David Baltimore
Dr. David Baltimore is a Nobel Prize-winning biologist whose work has profoundly shaped modern molecular biology and immunology. As a scientist, educator, and university leader, his influence extends beyond the lab, guiding the future of research and higher education.
I photographed Baltimore on November 2, 2021, at Caltech’s Athenaeum, a setting befitting his legacy. Our conversation was wide-ranging, touching on biology, the evolving challenges of university administration, and the responsibilities of scientific leadership in today's world.
We sat for portraits beneath his own painted likeness in the Athenaeum, a moment that highlighted his enduring impact. Later, in the shadowed reading room, surrounded by art and the quiet weight of history, his presence felt both scholarly and deeply reflective.
Baltimore’s contributions to virology and immunology have helped shape the foundations of modern biomedical science. His leadership at Caltech and beyond continues to influence generations of researchers, making him a pivotal figure in both scientific discovery and institutional stewardship.
David Baltimore
Dr. David Baltimore is a Nobel Prize-winning biologist whose work has profoundly shaped modern molecular biology and immunology. As a scientist, educator, and university leader, his influence extends beyond the lab, guiding the future of research and higher education.
I photographed Baltimore on November 2, 2021, at Caltech’s Athenaeum, a setting befitting his legacy. Our conversation was wide-ranging, touching on biology, the evolving challenges of university administration, and the responsibilities of scientific leadership in today's world.
We sat for portraits beneath his own painted likeness in the Athenaeum, a moment that highlighted his enduring impact. Later, in the shadowed reading room, surrounded by art and the quiet weight of history, his presence felt both scholarly and deeply reflective.
Baltimore’s contributions to virology and immunology have helped shape the foundations of modern biomedical science. His leadership at Caltech and beyond continues to influence generations of researchers, making him a pivotal figure in both scientific discovery and institutional stewardship.