LSTM and UoL are both internationally recognised as leaders in tropical and global health research. LSTM’s research activity is almost exclusively focused on the tropics and MLW represents its major overseas clinical research base. LSTM’s strategy is based on translational research to improve the health of populations in resource poor countries. An extensive research portfolio (currently over £400 million funding) extends from basic parasite biology to health delivery and policy research and includes a number of major consortia such as the DfID funded Centre for Neglected Tropical Diseases and the IVCC, a not for profit product development partnership committed to improving the effectiveness of vector control products. There is a particular focus on areas of strength in Neglected Tropical Diseases, Malaria and Vector borne diseases, Maternal and newborn health, Lung health and tuberculosis, and Antimicrobial resistance research. Substantial expertise in clinical trials, systematic reviews and health delivery research (£3 million CARHD develop-ment) underpin many of these initiatives. LSTM provides operational support in procurement, travel support and logistics, operational oversight, consolidating financial reporting, expert advice on construction projects and operations support for IT and Finance.