Francis Collins

Francis Collins is an American physician-geneticist who led the Human Genome Project, successfully mapping and sequencing the entire human genome. He was appointed Director of the National Institutes of Health in 2009, where he oversees a wide range of biomedical research initiatives. Collins is recognized for his contributions to genetics and genomics, promoting precision medicine and advancing understanding of genetic diseases.
Under his leadership, NIH has expanded research on rare diseases, COVID-19, and gene therapies.
He has also been an advocate for integrating science and faith throughout his career.