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

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Our Research Priorities

Understanding Transmission
The transmission of leprosy is poorly understood. We aim to change that.



Our Research Centres


Research projects listed

Can less MDT Treatment produce positive results?
A look at research in Bangladesh that aims to establish the efficacy of a shorter course of MDT Treatment.

Research reveals level of leprosy transmission within households
A look at research which reveals the extent to which household contacts are at risk of developing leprosy


