The Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) is a world-leading institute in global health, with a particular focus on low- and middle-income countries. By uniquely combining research, education, and services, Swiss TPH aims to improve health and well-being through a better understanding of diseases and health systems - acting on this knowledge to make a real difference.

Swiss TPH is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of people locally, nationally, and internationally through excellence in research, education, and services. Their translational approach enables provision of novel diagnostics, drugs, and vaccines directly to those who need them. Their vision is to make the world a healthier place by addressing pressing health challenges including climate change, infectious diseases, and non-communicable diseases.

The institute is characterized by a multidisciplinary approach with expertise in infectious biology, epidemiology, medicine, social sciences, modeling, and health policy. They emphasize quality, ethics, mutual learning, and long-term partnerships to create equitable, sustainable health systems worldwide.

Swiss TPH operates globally in over 126 countries, collaborating with governments, academia, NGOs, and multilateral organizations such as WHO and UNICEF to strengthen health systems, translate evidence into action, and co-design solutions with communities.

The institute is a public-law institution with an annual budget of approximately CHF 105 million. It is an associated institute of the University of Basel and hosts 3 WHO Collaborating Centres. Headquarters are in Allschwil with additional offices worldwide.