Professor Melita Gordon elected as Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences. Professor Melita Gordon has been elected as a Fellow of The Academy of Medical Sciences. This prestigious honour recognises her outstanding contributions to global health research, particularly in the prevention and treatment of invasive Salmonella infections in sub-Saharan Africa.Professor Gordon, based at the Usher Institute and also affiliated with the University of Liverpool and the Malawi-Liverpool-Wellcome Programme, has worked in Malawi since 1997. Her pioneering research has led to the development and implementation of vaccines that have saved countless lives. Most notably, she led a pivotal clinical trial demonstrating the safety and efficacy of Typhoid Conjugate Vaccines, which informed one of Malawi’s largest immunisation campaigns - reaching over seven million children in 2023. Professor Melita Gordon, Usher Institute I am honoured that this work in global health has been recognised as significant, since it is the result of many years of work by a large team of colleagues, partners and collaborators. I am looking forward to expanding the scope and impact of this research, from both collaborating with other Academy Fellows and engaging with the public to increase awareness and understanding of how vaccines can improve health globally. Professor Melita Gordon AXA Chair of Vaccinology and Global Health, Usher Institute The Academy of Medical SciencesThe Academy of Medical Sciences has elected 54 new Fellows in 2025, celebrating their remarkable contributions to advancing medical science, translating research into real-world impact, and improving public health. This year’s cohort spans a wide range of disciplines - from infectious disease and dementia research to veterinary medicine and stem cell biology.The Academy continues to emphasise its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Among this year’s new Fellows, 41% are women, and 20% identify as Black, Asian or from minority ethnic backgrounds.Professor Gordon now joins an esteemed group of 1450 Fellows who are central to the Academy’s mission - supporting the next generation of medical researchers, shaping health policy, and fostering innovation across the biomedical sciences. Further informationAcademy of Medical Sciences announces new Fellows for 2025 | The Academy of Medical Sciences Publication date 22 May, 2025
