Gio Batta Gori has lectured widely in North America, Europe, and many countries, appeared at several hearings in the U.S. Congress and foreign governments, and has advised corporations internationally. Born in Friuli, Italy, he obtained a doctorate in biology after an education in the classics. In the United States he first worked with the late Jonas Salk, followed by academic and industrial experiences. During a distinguished tenure at the National Cancer Institute he was deputy director of the Division of Cancer Cause and Prevention, and directed the Smoking and Health Program and the Diet and Cancer Program. He was recognized with the U.S. Public Health Service Superior Service Award for his achievements in smoking and health. Later he organized and directed the Franklin Institute Policy Analysis Center, followed by his own Health Policy Center, a study and advisory group in health policy and regulation. He publishes extensively on scientific and policy matters.