TWiV 827: A shot to save the world with Greg Zuckerman

This Week in Virology

Nov 07, 2021•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 827

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Episode description

Greg Zuckerman joins TWiV to discuss his book that explores the race to produce COVID-19 vaccines, with insights into the companies, scientists, and executives involved and the rivalries, ambitions, ego, and a desire to save the world.

Hosts: Vincent Racaniello, Dickson Despommier, Rich Condi t, and Kathy Spindler

Guest: Greg Zuckerman

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A Shot to Save the World (Hardcover, Kindle)
Letters read on TWiV 827
Timestamps by Jolene. Thanks!

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