Education / Teaching
"LSTM: Pioneering global research and education in tropical medicine."
Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM), established in 1898, holds the distinction of being the world’s first institution dedicated to research and education in tropical medicine.
Operating as a registered charity, LSTM conducts global work, often in challenging environments, to advance its mission of alleviating the burden of illness and mortality in regions affected by endemic diseases. This is achieved through the implementation of impactful interventions that enhance human health and address the needs of the most vulnerable communities.
LSTM’s efforts to combat major diseases—including tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, malaria, dengue, and lymphatic filariasis—are bolstered by a robust research portfolio valued at over £210 million.
Renowned for its high-impact research, LSTM has secured funding to lead more than 10 international consortia and product development partnerships, all aimed at reducing or eliminating the impact of diseases on the world’s poorest populations.
Home to cutting-edge facilities, LSTM remains a leader in infectious disease research, pioneering the development of new drugs, vaccines, and pesticides.
As an academic institution, LSTM enrolls over 600 students from 68 countries, spanning PhD research, Master’s programs, and professional courses. Through collaborations with health ministries, universities, and research institutions worldwide, LSTM equips the next generation of medical professionals, scientists, and researchers with the skills and knowledge to drive global health progress.
Technical assistance forms a key pillar of LSTM’s commitment to improving health outcomes for underserved and disadvantaged populations. LSTM’s consultancy services strengthen health systems in developing nations while shaping its teaching and research priorities.
Additionally, LSTM operates Well Travelled Clinics Ltd, a subsidiary providing pre- and post-travel clinical services, with clinics based in Liverpool and Chester.
