
Welcome to today's episode. I'm excited to introduce our guest, Dr. Senjuti Saha, the Deputy Executive Director of the Child Health Research Foundation in Bangladesh. Dr. Saha is a trailblazer in genomic research and a passionate advocate for equitable science education. From her discovery of the chikungunya virus as a cause of pediatric meningitis to her leadership roles with the WHO and her program 'Building Scientists for Bangladesh,' Dr. Saha’s work bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world impact in low- and middle-income countries. Today, we’ll dive into her journey, the challenges and opportunities in global health research, and her vision for the future. Stay tuned for an enlightening conversation.