Ashish Jha is the Dean of the Brown University School of Public Health and a globally recognized expert in pandemic preparedness and health policy. He has advised governments and organizations on public health strategy, particularly during COVID-19, where he became a trusted public voice in explaining science-based measures. Jha’s research spans global health security, healthcare systems, and health equity. He has served on multiple national and international task forces and frequently testifies before policymakers to improve health resilience.