Elias Zerhouni.
Co-founder of translational medicine initiatives
He pioneered strategies to move discoveries from lab to clinic.
His work reshaped biomedical research and public health.
In 1951, he was born in Algeria.
In 1977, he earned his MD from the University of Algiers.
In 1995, he co-founded initiatives to promote translational medicine in the U.S.
1. Translational medicine, turning laboratory research into practical treatments.
2. It accelerates drug development and clinical applications.
3. It supports programs bridging academia, industry, and healthcare.
He served as Director of the NIH, transforming research funding strategies.
He continues to lead initiatives in global health innovation.
He currently advises biotech startups and medical research foundations.
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