Dr. Soumya Swaminathan honored with prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award UoH

Dr. Swaminathan, a distinguished pediatrician and clinical scientist, has played a key role in the global health community throughout her career. She has held several influential positions, including serving as the Chief Scientist at the World Health Organization (WHO), where she played a crucial role during the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, she is the Principal Adviser for the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme at India's Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

Hyderabad: In a prestigious ceremony at the University of Hyderabad (UoH), Dr. Soumya Swaminathan on Monday received the Federation of Asian Biotech Associations (FABA) Lifetime Achievement Award from Prof. B.J. Rao, Vice Chancellor, UoH. This accolade recognizes her outstanding contributions to medical research and public health, particularly in the fields of tuberculosis (TB) and HIV/AIDS.

Dr. Swaminathan, a renowned pediatrician and clinical scientist, has been a pivotal figure in the global health community, with her career spanning several high-impact roles, including as Chief Scientist at the World Health Organization (WHO) where she was instrumental during the COVID-19 pandemic. She currently serves as the Principal Adviser for the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme at India’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

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The award ceremony featured a series of speeches from distinguished guests, including Prof. B.J. Rao, Vice Chancellor UoH and Prof. Pallu Reddanna, Executive President of FABA. Earlier Dr. Swaminathan delivered a Golden Jubilee Distinguished Lecture on “Journey of TB and COVID: Lessons for Future Challenges”.

Dr. Swaminathan’s ongoing work continues to influence global health policies and practices. Her insights and leadership are pivotal as the world faces new and emerging health threats.