(06:28 – Host Defense Mechanisms and Tests – Emily Troemel, 16:56 – The Host-Virus Evolutionary Arms Race – Matthew Daugherty, 31:16 – Vaccines – Stephen Hedrick, 56:12 – Group Discussion)
In the second from the A Deep Look into COVID-19 series, UC San Diego infectious disease researchers provide an overview of the potential for treatments and vaccines for the SARS-CoV-2 virus, cause of COVID-19 disease which is sweeping the globe in a pandemic. They share their expertise in the dynamics of the SARS-CoV-2 host-pathogen interactions, epidemic and pandemic cycles, and pathways to vaccines to respond to this global challenge.
[6/2020] [Show ID: 35923]
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NOTE: This video was filmed on May 4, 2020. As doctors and scientists work quickly to figure out the best ways to fight COVID19, this information may become out of date. For the most up to date information and recommendations, please visit the CDC’s website,
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