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Salim Abdool Karim

South African researcher

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  • Momentum3.0
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Born 1960 · age 66South Africa
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  • Age
    66
    Born 1960
  • Awards
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Updated 2026-06-26

Salim S. Abdool Karim is a South African public health physician, epidemiologist and virologist who has played a leading role in the AIDS and COVID-19 pandemic. His scientific contributions have impacted the landscape of HIV prevention and treatment, saving thousands of lives.

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Momentum3.0
Historical6.4
Now attention16.8
Source confidence40.0
Completeness70.0
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