TED Talks Daily The global cooperation that accelerated the COVID-19 vaccines | Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
Apr 20, 2021
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, a biotech entrepreneur recognized for her pioneering work in vaccine development, discusses the remarkable global collaboration that fast-tracked COVID-19 vaccines. She highlights how India's role was crucial in supplying millions of doses worldwide. The conversation delves into the importance of equitable healthcare access and the innovative partnerships formed during the pandemic. Kiran also advocates for a new perspective on success in biotechnology, emphasizing affordability and accessibility for future health equity.
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Global Healthcare Interconnectedness
- COVID-19 highlighted global interconnectedness and healthcare system frailties.
- The developing world’s primary care capabilities proved surprisingly robust.
Pharmaceutical Industry Collaboration
- Small biotech firms drove vaccine innovation, partnering with Big Pharma for scaling and distribution.
- Big Pharma collaborated to address production gaps, highlighting unusual cooperation.
India's Vaccine Production Prowess
- The Serum Institute of India partnered with Oxford University even before AstraZeneca, showcasing India's proactive role.
- India became a key vaccine supplier, highlighting its existing infrastructure for vaccine production.