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GHIT in 1 minute💡
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The GHIT Fund supports the development of drugs, vaccines, and diagnostics for #malaria, #tuberculosis, and neglected tropical diseases (#NTDs).
On our “GHIT in 1 minute” page, we introduce our work clearly and concisely with numbers and illustrations.
Please take a look👇https://t.co/SLwn8Fw2Oq
#NTDs are 21 diseases caused by various pathogens—including viruses, bacteria, parasites, fungi, and toxins—bringing severe health, social, and economic harm. About 1.5 billion people, mainly in poor tropical regions, remain at risk.
Act Now—End Neglect.
Today we introduce Leprosy (Hansen’s disease).
Learn more about other diseases and #NTDs 👇
https://t.co/XaLuT2jXB9
GHIT Fund regularly shares webinars, seminars, event archives, and partners interviews on malaria, TB, and neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) via our official YouTube channel.
If you’re interested in R&D or global health updates, please subscribe and check out the latest videos.
📺GHIT Fund Official YouTube Channel
https://t.co/IiGncLiVsn
[Register Now!] The GHIT Fund will host the 13th Proposal Writing & RFP Seminar on July 1, 2026 (the seminar will be conducted in Japanese ONLY).
This seminar is designed to enhance the understanding of application documents (proposals) required to apply for the GHIT Fund investment platforms.
This seminar will be conducted in a hybrid format, offering both in-person attendance (attendees will be randomly selected) and participation online via Zoom.
Please note that due to venue capacity, in-person attendance is limited to 20 participants, who will be randomly selected.
⏰ July 1, 2026, 17:00 - 18:30 (JST)
Format: Hybrid (In-person and Online via Zoom)
Fee: Free
Language: Japanese
For details and registration ☞ https://t.co/FnVorUuDah
5/25は #アフリカデー です🌍 GHIT Fundが支援を続けてきた就学前児童向けの住血吸虫症の小児用製剤が、タンザニアでも実装研究として2~5歳の子どもたちに届きました。
タンザニアでの展開についてのMandeep Dhaliwal(UNDP)と当基金CEO國井修による朝日新聞への寄稿記事をどうぞご覧ください。
📰朝日新聞 The Asahi Shimbun Asia & Japan Watch
Japan assists in global health innovation and partnerships
https://t.co/2UuuX1p8dh
#EndNTDs #AccessToHealth #GlobalHealth
May 25 is #AfricaDay🌍 The pediatric treatment for #schistosomiasis, developed for preschool-aged children with long-standing support from the GHIT Fund, has reached children of 2–5 years of age in Tanzania through implementation research.
This milestone highlights the power of global partnership. We invite you to read the joint op-ed in The Asahi Shimbun by @Mandeep_Dh ( @UNDP ) and our CEO Osamu Kunii, discussing the strategic rollout and impact in Tanzania.
📰The Asahi Shimbun Asia & Japan Watch
Japan assists in global health innovation and partnerships
https://t.co/2UuuX1pG2P
#EndNTDs #AccessToHealth #GlobalHealth
@UNDPasiapac@UNDPTokyo@ADP_health
#NTDs are 21 diseases caused by various pathogens—including viruses, bacteria, parasites, fungi, and toxins—bringing severe health, social, and economic harm. About 1.5 billion people, mainly in poor tropical regions, remain at risk.
Act Now—End Neglect.
Today we introduce Human African trypanosomiasis (African sleeping sickness).
Learn more about other diseases and #NTDs 👉
https://t.co/XaLuT2jXB9
📣Upcoming RFPs📣
The GHIT Fund is planning to announce Request for Proposals (RFPs) 2026-002 at the middle of June for the following programs:
●Target Research Platform
●Hit-to-Lead Platform
●Product Development Platform
Please visit our website to review the details of each program and the application process.
✅Quick Access Links for Application
https://t.co/9bpczKdqXL