Funding infectious disease research: a systematic analysis of UK research investments by funders 1997-2010.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Research investments are essential to address the burden of disease, however allocation of limited resources is poorly documented. We systematically reviewed the investments awarded by funding organisations to UK institutions and their global partners for infectious disease research.

Methodology/principal findings

Public and philanthropic investments for the period 1997 to 2010 were included. We categorised studies by infectious disease, cross-cutting theme, and by research and development value chain, reflecting the type of science. We identified 6165 funded studies, with a total research investment of UK £2.6 billion. Public organisations provided £1.4 billion (54.0%) of investments compared with £1.1 billion (42.4%) by philanthropic organisations. Global health

SUBMITTER: Fitchett JR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4146508 | biostudies-literature | 2014

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature