Hobbies/Sports:
Attending the Theater, Reading
Education Degrees:
Ph.D., University of Maryland (1992); Master's Degree, The University of Texas School of Public Health (1982); Bachelor's Degree, Institute Politecnico Nacional de Escuela Nacional de Science Biologicas, Mexico City (1973)
Affiliations Awards:
The American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene; American Mosquito Control Association
Industry:
Bio Defense and Infectious Diseases
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Dr. Estrada-Franco's greatest career achievement was being named as a first scientist who discovered and isolated the west Nile virus in Mexico.
Number Of Years In Profession:
18
Number Of Years In Current Position:
18
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his hard work and dedication.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Treating Patients for Vector Bone Diseases, Parasitic Diseases, West Nile Virus, Managing Project Research on Venezuelan Viruses Affecting Humans