The Edinburgh Medal 2021 | Edinburgh Science Festival 2021

The Edinburgh Medal has been instituted by the City of Edinburgh Council to honour men and women of Science and Technology who have made a significant contribution to the understanding and well-being of humanity. This year it is awarded to Prof Heidi Larson for the role she has played in recognising the importance of popular and widespread misunderstandings of vaccines; approaching it with empathy and understanding, not condemnation, developing programmes and international organisation and networks to practically engage with communities to advance public health and social well-being. The Oration and Vote of Thanks for the 2021 Edinburgh Medal will be delivered by Prof Linda Bauld OBE, Bruce and John Usher Professor of Public Health at The University of Edinburgh.