Anthony Stephen Fauci, born on December 24, 1940, is an American physician-scientist and immunologist. He is renowned for his contributions to public health, particularly his role as the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) from 1984 to 2022. He also served as the chief medical advisor to the president of the United States from 2021 to 2022. Fauci received his medical degree from Cornell University Medical College in 1966.
Fauci has been at the forefront of research and response efforts for numerous infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, SARS, Swine flu, MERS, Ebola, and COVID-19. He played a key role in the development of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). He has received numerous awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom, for his contributions to science and public service.
