Harry Weaver
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Harry Weaver has been mentioned in one podcast episode on American History Tellers (Jan 2026). In the episode "Conquering Polio" on American History Tellers, Lindsey Graham discusses Harry Weaver's significant role as the first research director of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis (NFIP). Weaver restructured funding and recruited Jonas Salk, providing essential support for Salk's polio vaccine development. Graham also notes Weaver's efforts to involve younger scientists in the research community.
NFIP's first research director who restructures funding, recruits Salk, and later helps break the 'log jam' to move toward large field trials.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Jan 2026 on American History Tellers |
| Role | Neuroscientist; NFIP Director of Research |
Who talks about Harry Weaver on podcasts?
Lindsey Graham brought up Harry Weaver; the most recent mention was Jan 2026 on American History Tellers.
- Conquering Polio | Beyond the Microscope | American History Tellers on American History Tellers (Jan 2026) — Lindsey Graham
What is Harry Weaver mentioned alongside?
Harry Weaver is most often mentioned alongside Jonas Sulk and Queen Mary.
Influenced by: Jonas Sulk
Affiliated with: Queen Mary