Virchow Prize 2026 honors Jean-Jacques Muyembe and Peter Piot for their work combating Ebola

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Jean-Jacques Muyembe and Peter Piot received the Virchow Prize 2026 for their lifelong dedication to combating Ebola and infectious diseases. The award recognizes their pioneering leadership in identifying, fighting, and understanding epidemics, strengthening global cooperation and preparedness for outbreaks. This year marks 50 years since the first Ebola outbreak, highlighting the enduring importance of their work in global health.


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