Calderone Prize
Calderone Prize
The Calderone Prize is a prestigious award in the field of public health. It is named in honor of Dr. Frank Calderone, a prominent figure in public health who made significant contributions to the field. The prize is awarded by the Mailman School of Public Health at Columbia University.
History[edit | edit source]
The Calderone Prize was established to recognize and honor individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the field of public health. The award aims to highlight the importance of public health initiatives and to inspire future generations of public health professionals.
Criteria[edit | edit source]
Recipients of the Calderone Prize are selected based on their significant impact on public health. This includes contributions to epidemiology, biostatistics, health policy, and other areas that have led to improvements in public health outcomes. The selection committee considers the nominee's body of work, the innovation of their contributions, and the overall impact on public health.
Notable Recipients[edit | edit source]
Over the years, the Calderone Prize has been awarded to several distinguished individuals in the field of public health. Some notable recipients include:
- Dr. Anthony Fauci, for his work in infectious diseases and HIV/AIDS research.
- Dr. Paul Farmer, for his contributions to global health and health equity.
- Dr. Mary Bassett, for her efforts in addressing health disparities and promoting health equity.
Impact[edit | edit source]
The Calderone Prize has had a significant impact on the field of public health by recognizing and promoting the work of leading public health professionals. It has helped to raise awareness of critical public health issues and has inspired many to pursue careers in public health.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Public health
- Epidemiology
- Biostatistics
- Health policy
- Mailman School of Public Health
- Columbia University
- Dr. Frank Calderone
- Dr. Anthony Fauci
- Dr. Paul Farmer
- Dr. Mary Bassett
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