Sunetra Gupta

Epidemiologist and author of 'The Thread'

Sunetra Gupta - Epidemiologist and author of 'The Thread'
Born

March 15th, 1965
60 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

India

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An epidemiologist and author, contributed significantly to the understanding of infectious diseases and their impacts on populations. Worked as a professor at the University of Oxford, focusing on the theoretical understanding of disease dynamics and immunology. Engaged in research exploring the spread of diseases such as malaria and COVID-19. Authored several influential books, including 'The Thread', which delves into the complexities of infectious diseases in the context of society.

Published 'The Thread'

Served as a professor at the University of Oxford

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