Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:15pm on 24 Nov 2024,Sunday India Global
Jay Bhattacharya, a Kolkata-born physician and economist, is reportedly Donald Trump's top choice to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Bhattacharya, a Stanford University Professor of Health Policy, gained prominence for his critique of the US government’s COVID-19 response and his co-authorship of the Great Barrington Declaration. His vision includes overhauling NIH by emphasizing innovative research and limiting the influence of career officials. Bhattacharya’s appointment, if confirmed, could signal a shift in US health policy under Trump’s administration. The final decision rests with Trump, and Bhattacharya’s proposals have already sparked debate across scientific and political circles.
