Jonas Edward Salk was an American virologist and medical researcher who is known for developing the first successful polio vaccine. He was born on October 28, 1914, in New York City and died on June 23, 1995. Synonyms for Jonas Edward Salk include the following: a medical trailblazer, a pioneer in immunology, a visionary scientist, a hero of the fight against polio, an innovative researcher, a public health champion, and a lifesaver. His work effectively eradicated polio in most parts of the world, and his legacy has continued to inspire medical breakthroughs and advancements to this day.