Anton Breinl Centre

The Anton Breinl Centre (pronunciation: /ˈæntɒn ˈbraɪnl ˈsɛntər/) is a renowned medical research institution. It is named after Anton Breinl, a prominent figure in the field of tropical medicine.

Etymology

The centre is named after Dr. Anton Breinl, an Austrian-born British pathologist and bacteriologist. Breinl made significant contributions to the study of tropical diseases, particularly malaria and leprosy. His work in the early 20th century laid the foundation for many of the treatments and preventative measures used today.

Function

The Anton Breinl Centre is dedicated to the study and treatment of tropical diseases. It conducts research in a variety of areas, including epidemiology, immunology, and parasitology. The centre also provides training and education for medical professionals and researchers in these fields.

Related Terms

Tropical Medicine: The branch of medicine that deals with health problems that occur uniquely, are more widespread, or prove more difficult to control in tropical and subtropical regions.
Pathology: The scientific study of the nature of disease and its causes, processes, development, and consequences.
Bacteriology: The branch of microbiology dealing with the identification, study, and cultivation of bacteria and with their applications in medicine, agriculture, industry, and biotechnology.
Epidemiology: The branch of medicine that deals with the incidence, distribution, and possible control of diseases and other factors relating to health.
Immunology: The branch of medicine and biology concerned with immunity.
Parasitology: The study of parasites, their hosts, and the relationship between them.

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