Barney Graham

Barney Graham is an American immunologist known for his significant contributions to vaccine development and infectious disease research. He played a key role in creating vaccines for diseases, including influenza and coronaviruses. As the deputy director of the Vaccine Research Center at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), he focused on understanding how the immune system responds to infections. His work was pivotal during the COVID-19 pandemic, contributing to the rapid development of vaccines. Graham's research helps advance public health by improving preventive measures against viral illnesses and enhancing vaccine technology.