Adrienne Shapiro named Fellow of Infectious Diseases Society of America

Congratulations to Dr. Adrienne Shapiro, assistant professor (Allergy and Infectious Diseases) who has been named a fellow by the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA).

Fellowship in IDSA (FIDSA) is one of the highest honors in infectious diseases. It recognizes individuals whose careers reflect deep curiosity, scientific excellence and a commitment to compassionate care and health equity.

Fellows are self-nominated and approved by the IDSA Board of Directors for their sustained impact on research, education, public health and clinical care.

IDSA Fellows work across settings and disciplines, united by a shared purpose: to reduce the burdens of infectious diseases and build a healthier, more equitable future.

Dr. Adrienne Shapiro is an infectious disease physician and global health scientist whose research focus is on tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS and COVID-19. Her priority is to address disparities in access to diagnosis, prevention and optimal treatment of these diseases, which are the leading causes of infectious disease deaths throughout the world.

She collaborates with global health researchers in the U.S., South Africa and other regions on projects that include epidemiological studies, prevention strategies and clinical trials for vaccines and treatments.

She also develops strategies for effective delivery of medical care in communities, both locally and throughout the world.