Peter J. Hotez

Peter J. Hotez is an American physician and scientist known for his work in vaccine development and tropical medicine. He is the founding dean of the National School of Tropical Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Texas. Hotez has focused on global health issues, particularly in combatting neglected tropical diseases and advocating for vaccines to improve health in underserved populations. He is also a prominent voice in addressing vaccine misinformation and public health challenges, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and has authored numerous scientific articles and books on these topics.