institute of tropical medicine antwerp
Tropical diseases, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and inadequate health care influence
the lives of billions of people worldwide. The Institute of Tropical Medicine in
Antwerp, Belgium, promotes the advancement of science and health for all,
through innovative research, advanced education, professional services and
capacity building of partner institutions in the South. For us, scientific
excellence and societal impact are two sides of the same coin. OUR VISION Equal
chances at a healthy life for all. OUR MISSION Scientific progress in tropical
medicine and public health. OUR CORE TASKS Scientific research, higher
education, medical and scientific service provision. OUR VALUES EXCELLENCE &
RELEVANCE We strive to stand at the international forefront in key scientific
domains and pursue the highest quality in research, education and services with
the ultimate aim to solve actual health problems. INTEGRITY We want to comply
with international ethical standards and aim for critical sense, honesty and
transparency in all our activities. SUSTAINABILITY & PERSISTENCE We aim for
longterm progress without compromising the ability of future generations.
FAIRNESS We value equity, diversity, solidarity and well-being of students and
employees and in partnerships.