Joe Fitchett

Dr. Joe Fitchett is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in public health, infectious disease epidemiology, and medical countermeasures for epidemics.

Currently serving as the Senior Adviser for Special Projects at the Institut Pasteur de Dakar, Senegal, Joe plays a crucial role in overseeing the strategy to design and scale production of medical countermeasures for epidemics.

During his 3-year sabbatical from Mologic, an innovative life science and biotechnology company, he co-founded Global Access Diagnostics, a high-volume manufacturing entity dedicated to combating epidemics.

Dr. Fitchett has a strong background in working with organizations such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, where he was involved in developing a global portfolio for epidemics and neglected diseases.

Joe's educational journey includes studies at prestigious institutions like Harvard University, Imperial College London, and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, where he honed his expertise in infectious diseases, immunology, and public health.

His contributions to TB immunology research, HIV self-testing initiatives, and establishing the TB Centre underscore his commitment to advancing healthcare solutions for neglected epidemics.

With a diverse educational background encompassing philosophy of science, infectious disease epidemiology, medicine, immunology, global health, and bioethics, Joe brings a multifaceted perspective to his work in the field of public health.