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Dr. Swaminathan: Climate Health Advocate
20 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Dr. Swaminathan leads climate change health impacts focus.
- She chairs the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation.
- Her work targets nutrition security and climate impacts.
Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, a distinguished pediatrician and expert in tuberculosis and HIV research, has taken on a pivotal new role. Since February 2023, she has been the Chairperson of the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF). Her extensive experience includes serving as WHO's Chief Scientist and leading India's health research council.
Currently, Dr. Swaminathan is directing her considerable expertise towards addressing the critical health consequences of climate change. Her focus includes vulnerable populations like women and children, alongside transforming food systems to bolster nutrition security. She also co-chairs a global commission on air quality and serves on international food security initiatives.
With a strong background in global public health and research, Dr. Swaminathan holds significant advisory and professorial roles. Her current work emphasizes the intersection of climate change, health, and food systems, aiming for impactful solutions in India and beyond.
