Research
Our Research
To defeat leprosy in our lifetime, The Leprosy Mission is investing in research and innovation across our three strategic priorities: transmission, disability and discrimination

Our Research Priorities
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Research projects listed

Leprosy, an ancient disease that has affected millions, may finally be eliminated in the years to come. Thanks to the Stop the Transmission of Leprosy! Project, a ground-breaking global initiative, new strategies are proving highly effective in preventing the spread of the disease. At the heart of this effort is PEP++ (Enhanced Post-Exposure Prophylaxis), an advanced preventive treatment that could change the way the world fights leprosy.

Over the last four years, The Leprosy Mission has been part of a major project that aims to transform the treatment and prevention of leprosy and Buruli ulcers in low and middle-income countries.

Developing guidelines for leprosy centres and health centres to promote and support self-care with a particular emphasis on prevention of recurrence of ulcers in the community.

Our researchers are looking at ways to use smartphone cameras as a field-friendly quick test for leprosy.

A look at the ENLIST consortium, an international effort to find new and better ways to treat ENL

A look at TLM Nepal's work to solve some of the major leprosy ulcer issues
