We push the boundaries

We push the boundaries of global health research, education and policy to create equal access to health care for all.

Joep Lange Chair and Fellows symposium provides platform for new interdisciplinary research

Joep Lange Chair and Fellows symposium provides platform for new interdisciplinary research

Master classes expand network of students and researchers

Master classes expand network of students and researchers

Training at AIGHD led to unique career path

Training at AIGHD led to unique career path

AIGHD joins international consortium to tackle AMR

AIGHD joins international consortium to tackle AMR

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NEWS

New HIV policy in Amsterdam embraces H-TEAM research

The years of research by H-TEAM is now formally being embraced by policymakers in Amsterdam. Today, the city announces a new policy with a concrete goal of 0 new HIV infections by 2026.

Professor Wendy Janssens appointed to AIGHD Executive Board and Full Professor at VU

The Amsterdam Institute for Global Health and Development congratulates Professor Wendy Janssens for being appointed Full Professor of Development Economics at the Vrije Universiteit and the newest member of the AIGHD Executive Board, representing the School of Business and Economics of the VU.

AIGHD response to COVID-19

As citizens react to the outbreak and the measures introduced, AIGHD staff from various disciplines share their insights.

WHAT WE DO

RESEARCH

We conduct collaborative, interdisciplinary research on urgent themes in global health and development: antimicrobial drug resistance, chronic care & aging, the economics of human development, health markets, infectious disease elimination, and urbanization & health.

EDUCATION

We develop and inspire the next generation of global health leaders at undergraduate, post-graduate and professional levels to shape a healthier and more prosperous future for all.

POLICY & COMMUNICATION

We accelerate progress on global health and development objectives by sharing knowledge and insights with global agencies, governments, NGOs, and the scientific community.

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

SoNAR-Global

Mobilizing social sciences against infectious threats.

HCV Study

Assessing the incremental cost-effectiveness of a hypothetical introduction of a dual AB/AG test to detect Hepatitis C compared to the standard of care in three countries.

CHAIN

Childhood Acute Illness & Nutrition Network