Learn from experts about the challenges and advancements in detecting and combating the novel coronavirus, along with insights into vaccine development timelines.
What are the main challenges in sharing viruses between labs?
Regulations hindering public health efforts.
How can individuals access counseling support during travel bans?
Stay updated through the University's website.
What is the significance of transparently sharing the virus?
For public health benefits.
When may clinical trials for the COVID-19 vaccine begin?
Within 16 weeks.
What is the best-case scenario for COVID-19 vaccine availability?
Under a year.
How can markets trading live wild animals address the challenge quickly?
Closing markets.
What is the One Health approach focused on?
Interaction with animals for addressing future challenges.
What was the trajectory of COVID-19 cases and deaths at the time of the interview?
Around 25,000 cases and 500 deaths, mainly in China's original province.
How similar is the novel coronavirus to SARS?
70% similar but belongs to the same beta coronavirus family.
What led to the increased focus on developing vaccines and antivirals after the Ebola outbreak in 2014?
Lack of preparedness highlighted by the outbreak.
Learn from experts about the challenges and advancements in detecting and combating the novel coronavirus, along with insights into vaccine development timelines.
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