Christian Drosten

Christian Drosten is a prominent German virologist known for his expertise in infectious diseases, particularly coronaviruses. He gained international recognition during the COVID-19 pandemic for his work in developing a PCR test to detect the virus early on. As the director of the Institute of Virology at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Drosten has been a key advisor to the German government and has contributed significantly to public health responses. His research has enhanced understanding of viral transmission and prevention, making him a critical figure in global health discussions during the pandemic.