A celebration of Fred Brauer’s legacy in mathematical biology

Fred Brauer (1932–2021), one of the pioneers of mathematical population biology, shaped generations of researchers through his lines of research, his books which have become key references in the field, and his mentoring of junior researchers. This dedication reviews some of his work in population harvesting and epidemiological modeling, highlighting how this special collection reflects the impact of his legacy through both his research accomplishments and the formation of new researchers.