Hilary Koprowski

Hilary Koprowski was a Polish-American virologist best known for developing one of the first effective oral polio vaccines. Born in 1916, he conducted groundbreaking research that led to significant advancements in vaccine technology. His work played a crucial role in combating polio, a disease that caused widespread paralysis, especially in children. While his contributions were initially overshadowed by the famous Salk and Sabin vaccines, Koprowski's efforts were vital in public health efforts to eradicate polio. He was also involved in research on other viruses and served as a prominent figure in the scientific community until his passing in 2023.