PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases publishes research devoted to the pathology, epidemiology, prevention, treatment and control of the neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), as well as relevant public policy.The NTDs are defined as a group of poverty-promoting chronic infectious diseases, which primarily occur in rural areas and poor urban areas of low-income and middle-income countries. Their impact on child health and development, pregnancy, and worker productivity, as well as their stigmatizing features limit economic stability.All aspects of these diseases are considered, including:PathogenesisClinical featuresPharmacology and treatmentDiagnosisEpidemiologyVector biologyVaccinology and preventionDemographic, ecological and social determinantsPublic health and policy aspects (including cost-effectiveness analyses).