Jeremy Farrar
Chief executive at the Wellcome Trust, a research foundation, and a leading scientific authority on COVID-19 in the UK. His expertise lies in infectious diseases.
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Jan 20, 2022 • 28min
Rapid Response: Lessons of Omicron, w/Sir Jeremy Farrar, director of Wellcome Trust
Sir Jeremy Farrar, Chief Executive of the Wellcome Trust and a leading scientific authority on COVID-19 in the UK, discusses key insights from the Omicron variant. He emphasizes the importance of mental health and the need for innovative funding approaches in scientific research. Farrar shares vital leadership lessons from the pandemic, including the significance of taking warnings seriously and carving out time for oneself. He reflects on the evolving challenges of the pandemic and the vital role of transparency and international cooperation in advancing public health.
Jan 23, 2018 • 3min
Worldwide Effort Says Together Science Can
Jeremy Farrar, director of the Wellcome Trust, dives into the power of global scientific collaboration. He emphasizes the urgency of addressing challenges like drug resistance and climate change. Farrar discusses the 'Together Science Can' campaign, highlighting its goal of uniting efforts and sharing knowledge worldwide. His insights stress that by working together, we can amplify our impact and drive meaningful change for humanity.
