G. H. Knibbs

G. H. Knibbs was an Australian public health expert and engineer, best known for his work in improving air quality and controlling disease spread. He played a key role in developing standards for safe indoor air and managing ventilation, especially during respiratory disease outbreaks like tuberculosis. Knibbs contributed to public health policies by studying how airborne infections move and suggesting measures to reduce their transmission. His efforts helped lay the groundwork for modern approaches to ensuring healthier indoor environments and controlling infectious diseases through better ventilation and hygiene practices.