This section brings together data from global data sources that allow health R&D activities to be monitored, with a description of the scope and limitations for each set of data.

Tableau software was used for the analysis, allowing interactive and user customized data visualization and examination. Sources used for these analyses are described in the Databases section, under Databases and resources.

The  Analyses and syntheses section of the Observatory draws on these data and other available disease-specific evidence (e.g. from reports) to discuss them in comprehensive reviews.

Monitoring of R&D activities is organized under the three categories below.

Publication of research

• Publication trends for neglected diseases and R&D Blueprint pathogens