Walter Reed (scientist)

Walter Reed was an influential American scientist and Army physician who, in the early 1900s, played a key role in understanding and controlling yellow fever. His research demonstrated that the disease was transmitted by mosquitoes, leading to improved measures for prevention and control. Reed's work helped reduce yellow fever outbreaks and contributed to safer construction of the Panama Canal. His findings revolutionized the understanding of disease transmission and laid the groundwork for modern epidemiology, demonstrating the importance of vector control in managing infectious diseases.