“No longer will I measure myself against competitors, who don’t even know that a race is being run. From now on, I will measure myself against the man in front of me. I will measure myself against a new personal best, achieving my next ambitious goal.”

Chris Murray is a Canadian epidemiologist and professor. His work focuses on mathematical modeling of infectious diseases, particularly in global health contexts, offering data-driven insights into outbreaks and public health strategies. He is also known for his accessible explanations of complex health issues to broader audiences.