Robert Gallo

Robert Gallo is an American medical researcher best known for his role in discovering the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) as the cause of AIDS. In the early 1980s, Gallo and his team identified HIV through their work on cancer-related viruses, leading to significant advances in understanding and treating AIDS. His research contributed to the development of blood tests for HIV, improving detection and prevention. Gallo has received numerous awards for his contributions to science and continues to advocate for research and education about HIV/AIDS on a global scale.