Peter J. Hotez

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Peter J. Hotez is an American physician-scientist and a leading advocate for the importance of vaccines in public health. He has dedicated his career to combating infectious diseases and is known for his work in tropical medicine and vaccine development. Hotez has authored several influential books, including 'The Deadly Rise of Anti-science' and 'Preventing the Next Pandemic: Vaccine Diplomacy in a Time of Anti-science', where he discusses the growing threat posed by anti-vaccine movements and the urgent need for scientific literacy in society. His research has focused on developing vaccines for neglected tropical diseases and he has served in various leadership roles in scientific organizations aimed at improving global health.