Cal Tech Professor on the Value of a Chemistry
Bloomberg Businessweek
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Fungi and Future Pandemics
This chapter discusses the critical role fungi could play in future pandemics, highlighting the unique challenges they pose due to their genetic similarity to humans. It emphasizes the urgent need for innovative antifungal research and increased federal investment in scientific studies, particularly from institutions like the NIH, to address the stagnation in research funding. Additionally, the chapter calls for proactive public health measures and better educational experiences to foster a sustainable research environment.
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