Statecraft How to Invest Federal Funds Like a VC
Jul 24, 2024
Dr. Sandeep Patel, former Director of BARDA's DRIVe, shares insights from his leadership role during the COVID-19 response. He discusses how BARDA functions like a biotech venture capital firm, bridging the funding gap for crucial biomedical innovations. The conversation dives into the challenges of federal hiring, the importance of attracting top talent, and the innovative funding models developed for health security. Patel also highlights the need for collaboration between public and private sectors to create sustainable solutions for future pandemics.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
BARDA's Role in Biomedical Innovation
01:31 • 7min
Navigating Health Security Funding and Innovation
08:22 • 16min
Growth and Challenges in Government Operations During COVID
24:42 • 3min
Navigating Federal Hiring Challenges
27:39 • 4min
Navigating Federal Biomedical Innovation
31:50 • 6min
Innovative Venture Models for Pandemic Preparedness
37:52 • 8min