Funders of the IDM

13 Mar 2025
13 Mar 2025

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The Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine (IDM) has flourished through the unwavering support of a diverse group of funders, both local and international. From its inception to its current standing as a world-class research institute, our work has been made possible by philanthropic organizations, government agencies, research foundations, and corporate partners.

Founding Supporters

The IDM acknowledges with deep gratitude the visionary funders who played a crucial role in establishing the Institute. Their generosity laid the foundation for a research hub dedicated to addressing Africa’s most pressing health challenges.

Astrazeneca (SA)
Cancer Research Trust
CAPRISA
De Beers
Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation
Discovery Health
Edgar Droste Trust
Ernest Oppenheimer Memorial Trust
Faculty of Health Sciences, UCT
Faritec (Pty) Ltd
Garfield Weston Foundation (UK)
Harry Crossley Foundation
Hasso Plattner Foundation (Germany)
LZ Kaplan Trust
Merck Chemicals (Pty) Ltd
Parthenon Trust (UK)
PF Charitable Trust (UK)
RB Haggart Trust
Sir Sigmund Warburg's Voluntary Settlement (UK)
Tshikulu Social Investments
University of Cape Town
Vodacom Foundation
Welton Foundation (UK)
Wolfson Foundation (UK)

Ongoing Funders Driving Our Research Agenda

Today, the IDM remains at the forefront of global health research, thanks to the continued generosity and commitment of numerous funding partners. These organizations support our wide-ranging research agenda, ensuring that we remain a leader in infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, and molecular medicine.

  • The Wellcome Trust

  • US National Institutes of Health (NIH)

  • Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

  • European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnerships & Horizon 2020

  • Aeras Global TB Vaccine Foundation

  • National Research Foundation (NRF), South Africa

  • South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC)

A Future Built on Partnership

The IDM thrives through the strength of its partnerships. The ongoing contributions of our funders enable us to make groundbreaking discoveries, train the next generation of researchers, and drive impactful health solutions across Africa and beyond. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all who support our mission, empowering us to advance scientific excellence and improve global health outcomes.