Jeremy Farrar Frcp Fmedacsci Dphil Obe

About the Author

Dr. Jeremy Farrar, FRCP, FMedSci, DPhil, OBE, is a distinguished physician-scientist and global health leader renowned for his pioneering work in infectious diseases and tropical medicine. With a career spanning decades, he has directed the Wellcome Trust's major overseas programs, focusing on emerging infections, antimicrobial resistance, and pandemic preparedness. Farrar's expertise has been instrumental in shaping international responses to outbreaks like Ebola, Zika, and COVID-19, advising organizations such as the World Health Organization and the UK government. A Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and the Academy of Medical Sciences, he holds a DPhil from the University of Oxford and was awarded an OBE for his contributions to global health. His seminal contributions include co-editing the authoritative reference Manson's Tropical Diseases: Expert Consult - Online and Print, a cornerstone text for clinicians and researchers worldwide.