The Australasian College of Tropical Medicine Inc is the pre-eminent organisation in the Australasian region representing professional interests in tropical medicine. The College promotes the highest ethical and professional standards through education and information. It has both regional and global interests with more than 600 members coming from about 30 countries around the World and maintains links to three international organisations working in tropical medicine. Membership includes doctors, scientists, academics, military personnel, veterinary scientists, consultants and other health professionals. Several committees and groups within the College assist in organising local and regional scientific meetings, as well as other professional activities.