Tropical Medicine & Public Health

UPNG's tropical medicine research addresses the health challenges unique to Papua New Guinea, including malaria, tuberculosis, and non-communicable diseases. Our researchers collaborate with international partners to develop solutions suited to remote and resource-limited settings.

Key Research Themes

• Malaria epidemiology and vector control
• Tuberculosis drug resistance and treatment strategies
• Maternal and child health in rural PNG
• Non-communicable disease prevention
• Traditional medicine and ethnopharmacology