HQ Function

Serves as the main hub for ITM's research, educational programs, specialized clinical services, administrative operations, and international collaborations.

Notable Features:

Housed in a striking, historic Art Deco building, which is a protected monument. It includes state-of-the-art BSL3 laboratories, extensive libraries, teaching facilities, and a specialized travel clinic.

Work Culture:

A highly international and collaborative environment, fostering interdisciplinary research and innovation. Staff and students come from diverse backgrounds, contributing to a dynamic and stimulating academic atmosphere focused on global health impact.

HQ Significance:

The headquarters is central to ITM's mission, facilitating cutting-edge research, training future global health leaders, and providing critical medical expertise. Its location in Antwerp, a historical trade hub, reflects ITM's longstanding global engagement.

Values Reflected in HQ: The blend of historic architecture and modern facilities reflects ITM's respect for its legacy combined with its commitment to scientific progress, innovation, and global health equity.

Location:

While its main campuses are in Antwerp, ITM has a strong global presence through extensive international collaborations and long-term projects in over 20 countries, particularly in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. This involves joint research initiatives, capacity strengthening of partner institutions, field studies, public health interventions, and providing expert advice to national and international health organizations. ITM staff frequently travel to partner countries to support these activities, and the institute hosts numerous international students and researchers, fostering a global network dedicated to tropical medicine and health equity.

Street Address:

Nationalestraat 155

City:

Antwerp

State/Province:

Antwerp Province

Country:

Belgium