Jennifer Smith

Dr. Jennifer Smith has subject matter expertise in virology and immunology, as well as a doctoral degree in Microbiology and Molecular Cell Sciences. After receiving her Master’s degree from the University of Georgia she took a position in a cutting-edge research laboratory with world-renowned virologist Dr. Robert Webster at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Her efforts and those of the team were rewarded by the development of an efficacious H5N3 poultry vaccine as well as an H5N1 vaccine.

In 2016, she transitioned from research science to public health, taking a position as an epidemiological specialist in the Disease Outbreak Control Division at the Hawaii Department of Health. She was instrumental in the COVID-19 pandemic response efforts by identifying and investigating cases and contact tracing.

“Safe and Effective” Is Not Rooted in Science

By Jennifer Smith | September 11, 2025

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Over the last 4+ years, we have heard the slogan “safe and effective” ad nauseum in relation to vaccines — repeated by health agencies, media, and pharmaceutical... Read more.

Response to Save HHS Letter: In Defense of Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.

By Jennifer Smith | September 8, 2025

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I respectfully disagree with the Save HHS letter calling for Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s resignation. While concerns have been raised, these must be balanced... Read more.

Jennifer Smith

“Safe and Effective” Is Not Rooted in Science

Response to Save HHS Letter: In Defense of Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.

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