Global health researchers have the opportunity to significantly advance global public health goals and outcomes through their research, improving available treatments, and strengthening healthcare systems. They also play a crucial role in engaging with policymakers to ensure public research funding has the maximum impact and prioritises the most neglected diseases.
Researchers’ engagement with the European Union (EU) is a strategic move to secure the necessary financial support and resources for global health, in particular for poverty-related and neglected diseases (PRNDs). The EU is the largest collective source of funding for global health research globally, offering substantial financial support through its Horizon Europe programme and other funding mechanisms.
With global funding for PRNDs research and innovation (R&I) declining, the EU’s role is becoming increasingly vital. This policy brief outlines concrete opportunities to engage with EU policy processes to secure continued and increased funding for PRNDs. It summarises the EU’s role, the importance of researcher engagement, and specific opportunities for action.
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