Sarah Lewis Newton. The Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine: Past, Present and Future
Founded in 1898, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) was the first institution of its kind in the world. As Senior Information Services Manager, Sarah Lewis Newton is custodian to LSTM's rich archives and has access to the stories of the innovators who have worked there through the years. She spoke about the history of LSTM and its impact today in the global roll-out of scientific breakthroughs, and she explained how LSTM has reflected on its colonial history to mark its 125th anniversary. 116 members attended.