Gupta to be Recognized as 2026 Senator Frank R. Lautenberg Award Recipient by Rutgers School of Public Health

Manatt Health Managing Director was announced as the 2026 recipient of the Senator Frank R. Lautenberg Award in Public Health by Rutgers School of Public Health for his contributions bridging science, policy and public understanding to improve population health outcomes nationwide.

The award is the school’s highest honor and annually recognizes individuals who have advanced public health through advocacy, program development and sustained public service. Gupta’s work throughout his career reflects these values, supporting audiences in understanding evidence-based guidance and making informed decisions that protect individual and community health.

Gupta will receive the award during the Rutgers School of Public Health’s May 2026 graduation ceremony, where he will serve as the school’s 40th graduation speaker.

Learn more about this achievement and read Rutgers’ full announcement .