Hans Rosling was a Swedish academic and public health researcher who was known for his work on global health and development issues. He was a professor of international health at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, and was the co-founder and chairman of the Gapminder Foundation, a non-profit organization that promotes the use of data to understand and address global challenges.
Rosling was a well-known public speaker and was known for his use of data visualization to communicate complex ideas and trends in a clear and engaging way. He gave many popular TED talks and appeared on television and radio programs to discuss global health and development issues.
Rosling's work focused on the use of data to understand and address global health and development challenges, and he was a strong advocate for the use of evidence-based approaches to policy making. He was also known for his efforts to debunk myths and misconceptions about global health and development, and for his efforts to promote a more nuanced and accurate understanding of the challenges facing the world. Rosling passed away in 2017, but his work and legacy continue to be recognized and celebrated.