As the Director of the Center for Global Health at the University of Edinburgh, Prof. Dr. Igor Rudan has created a distinguished career in academic circles. His influence extends globally, serving as the President of the International Association for Global Health and the Chief Editor of the Journal of Global Health. Over the years, Prof. Rudan has contributed to his field with an impressive number of over 600 scientific papers and 12 books. This remarkable output resulted in him being recognized as one of the world’s most cited scientists on numerous global lists. His expertise is highly sought after; he advises leading international organizations such as UNICEF, the World Health Organization, and the World Bank. Notably, his innovative methods for prioritizing health investments have played a significant role in reducing global child mortality rates. In his native Croatia, Prof. Rudan initiated the groundbreaking “10001 Dalmatians” project, which led to the discovery of the biomedical roles of over 2000 human genes. Since 2017, he has committed his efforts to popularize science both within his home country and across the globe. In addition to his academic work, Prof. Rudan is a prolific writer of popular science books. His titles, including “The Exact Color of the Sky,” “Evil Air,” “In the Land of Clans,” and “Awaiting Fires,” have engaged readers around the world. He also authored the insightful documentary series “Survival: The Story of Global Health,” further solidifying his reputation as an influential figure in the world of global health.