Peter Piot
Peter Piot
Peter Piot (pronunciation: /ˈpiːtər ˈpiːɒt/), born on 17 February 1949, is a Belgian microbiologist and a prominent figure in the field of epidemiology. He is best known for his significant contributions to the research and understanding of HIV/AIDS and Ebola virus.
Etymology
The name "Peter" is derived from the Greek "Petros" meaning "rock" or "stone". The surname "Piot" is of Polish origin, although its exact etymology is unknown.
Career
Piot began his career as a clinical microbiologist in Belgium. In 1976, he was part of the team that discovered the Ebola virus in Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of Congo). He later served as the Executive Director of the United Nations' UNAIDS program from 1995 to 2008, where he played a crucial role in global efforts to combat HIV/AIDS.
In 2009, Piot became the Director of the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, a position he still holds today. He has also served as a Senior Fellow at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and as a member of the World Health Organization's Ebola Interim Assessment Panel.
Related Terms
- Microbiology
- Epidemiology
- HIV/AIDS
- Ebola virus
- United Nations
- UNAIDS
- London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
- Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
- World Health Organization
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Peter Piot
- Wikipedia's article - Peter Piot
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