Research for Healthier
Communities

A pioneering network of academic institutions translating rigorous evidence into life-saving policy across the developing world.

Who We Are

A Global Network Acting for
Healthier Communities

The INCLEN Trust International bridges the critical gap between academic research and public health implementation. We operate not as a distant entity, but as a deeply embedded network of local experts.

Our power lies in our decentralized structure: Clinical Epidemiology Units (CEUs) and Research Training Centres (CERTCs) located within 89 premier academic institutions across 34 countries. This ensures that our evidence is not just scientifically rigorous, but locally relevant and actionable.

Team collaboration

"From local insights to global policy, we build the evidence base for a healthier world."

Since 1980
Mission

Strategic Objectives

INCLEN works to generate scientific evidence, train health researchers, and support policies that strengthen health systems and improve the wellbeing of populations, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.

Research Excellence

Conducting multidisciplinary studies on high-priority health issues, including child health, mental health, reproductive health, diabetes, and metabolic disorders.

  • SOMAARTH Surveillance
  • Multi-Centric Trials

Capacity Building

Developing the next generation of global health leaders through our unique centers of excellence and training programs.

  • Research Training (CERTCs)
  • LAMP

Policy Advocacy

By bringing together strong evidence and the voices of stakeholders, we help transform research into policies that improve health systems and lives.

  • Evidence Synthesis
  • Stakeholder Engagement
Our Journey

Decades of Impact

From a single idea in 1980 to a global force for health equity today.

80
1980

Foundation

Established as a "Network of Networks" to build research capacity in the developing world, originally funded by the Rockefeller Foundation.

The Beginning
95
1995

Global Expansion

Expanded to 7 regional networks (INCLEN-Africa, INCLEN-Asia, INCLEN-Latin America), creating a truly global south-to-south collaboration platform.

Scale Up
09
2009

SOMAARTH Launched

Establishment of the Demographic, Development, and Environmental Surveillance Site (DDESS) in Palwal, Haryana, covering 200,000 lives.

Infrastructure
13
2013

INDT-NMI Innovation

Developed and validated the INCLEN Diagnostic Tool for Neuro-Developmental Disorders, setting a new standard for low-resource settings.

Technology
24
2024

Future Focused

Leading the charge on climate health, precision public health, and AI-driven epidemiological surveillance.

Vision
Global Footprint

Our Presence

With a decentralized network structure, INCLEN ensures local relevance with global impact.

34
Countries
Global Coverage
89
Institutions
Academic Partners
07
Regional Networks
Coordinated Hubs
Our People

Governance & Team

Global Network

Academic Collaborators

Knowledge Hub

Document Library

Access our annual reports, technical tools, and strategic plans directly.

Join Our Global Network

Collaborate with us to generate high-quality evidence and drive policy changes for a healthier world.