Maxwell Finland Award

His work has informed immunization policy around the world and has helped save countless lives.

In recognition of his extraordinary scientific achievements and global leadership in infectious diseases, the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases will honor him with the 2026 Maxwell Finland Award for Scientific Achievement.

Professor Mahdi, thank you so much for joining us.

Thank you for having me, Rebecca.

Thank you, Shabir.

We've been talking today with Professor Shabir Mahdi, an internationally recognized leader in vaccinology whose research has transformed the prevention of infectious diseases and whose commitment to scientific excellence, to equity, and to mentorship continues to shape the future of global health.

Congratulations again on being named the 2026 recipient of the NFID Maxwell Finland Award for Scientific Achievement.

Thanks again for joining us, Professor Mahdi, and thanks to all for listening to this episode of Infectious Ideas, a podcast presented by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, where leading experts join us for thought-provoking conversations that lead to... infectious ideas.