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

Lex Fridman Podcast

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Engineering Solutions for Public Health

This chapter explores the concept of utilizing an engineering approach to address public health crises, specifically through rapid testing during pandemics. It discusses the potential role of innovators like Elon Musk in revolutionizing testing capabilities, while also addressing the political and regulatory challenges posed by entities like the FDA. The conversation advocates for the establishment of public health engineering as a field, highlighting the necessity of quick access to health information to mitigate both health and economic impacts.

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