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#146 – Michael Mina: Rapid Testing, Viruses, and the Engineering Mindset

Dec 19, 2020 · 2:19:17
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  • Michael Mina, Harvard immunologist, advocates for rapid testing as a critical tool in pandemic response and viral transmission control
  • Engineering-focused mindset applied to public health: prioritizing practical, accessible solutions over perfect accuracy in testing
  • Discussion of how rapid tests could have changed COVID-19 trajectory and the importance of distributed, frequent testing strategies

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