Michael Cappello, M.D.

Michael Cappello, M.D., professor of pediatrics, of microbial pathogenesis and of epidemiology and public health, was named recipient of this year’s Bailey K. Ashford Medal from the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. The award is given each year for distinguished work in tropical medicine to a researcher in early or mid-career. Cappello received the medal at the society’s annual meeting in Philadelphia on November 4.