Professor Yasmine Belkaid is an immunologist whose research has transformed the understanding of the relationship between the immune system and the human microbiome. Following a distinguished scientific career in the United States, she became President of the Pasteur Institute in Paris, one of the world’s leading biomedical research institutions. Her work has significantly advanced knowledge of infectious diseases, inflammation, and immune regulation, contributing to the development of new therapeutic approaches. Beyond her research, Belkaid has championed international scientific collaboration and the advancement of women in science.