Top 10 Advanced Biosecurity experts to follow
Dr. Tom Inglesby: As the Director of the Center for Health Security at Johns Hopkins University, Dr. Inglesby’s work revolves around biosecurity, pandemic preparedness, and emerging infectious diseases. He is at the forefront of discussions concerning biothreats and their implications.
Laura H. Kahn, MD, MPH, MPP: A researcher at Princeton University’s Program on Science and Global Security, Dr. Kahn focuses on public health preparedness, biosecurity, and One Health—the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health.
Dr. Filippa Lentzos: A leading expert in biological threats, Dr. Lentzos at King’s College London, works on the governance of dual-use research, focusing on the intersection of science and security.
Dr. Amesh Adalja: A Senior Scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, Dr. Adalja’s work is centered on emerging infectious diseases, bioterrorism, and pandemic preparedness.
Gigi Gronvall, PhD: As a Senior Scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, Dr. Gronvall specializes in the security implications of biotechnologies and the development of policies to counter biological threats.
Dr. Beth Cameron: Currently the VP for Global Biological Policy and Programs at the Nuclear Threat Initiative, Dr. Cameron has been involved in various biosecurity initiatives, including the Global Health Security Agenda.
Rocco Casagrande, PhD: As the Managing Director of Gryphon Scientific, Dr. Casagrande leads a team of experts studying the implications of biotechnologies and assisting governments in understanding biosecurity threats.
Jamie Yassif, PhD: With a focus on biodefense and biosecurity policy, Dr. Yassif has been instrumental in advocating for robust funding and attention to biopreparedness on a national level.
Dr. Megan J. Palmer: A Senior Research Scholar at Stanford University, Dr. Palmer’s work touches on risk governance in biotechnologies and the responsible development of bio-innovations.
Dr. Michael J. Selgelid: As the Director of the Centre for Human Bioethics at Monash University, Dr. Selgelid emphasizes ethical considerations in biosecurity and biodefense.