Ugur Sahin

Uğur Şahin is a prominent Turkish-German scientist and the co-founder of BioNTech, a biotechnology company known for developing one of the first effective COVID-19 vaccines, in collaboration with Pfizer. His work focuses on cancer immunotherapies and messenger RNA (mRNA) technology, which trains the immune system to recognize and combat diseases. Şahin's innovative research has significantly impacted global health, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing the potential of biotechnology in addressing urgent medical challenges. He is recognized for his scientific contributions and leadership in advancing vaccine development.