Pathogen Perspectives
Science Podcasts
In Pathogen Perspectives the podcast, Heather Lander, PhD, an expert in viral pathogenesis, brings her blog to the airwaves to help bridge the dangerous gap between the science of infectious diseases and public misperception. *Podcast music is from Heather Nova's song, I Miss My Sky. Used with permission.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Science Podcasts
Description:
In Pathogen Perspectives the podcast, Heather Lander, PhD, an expert in viral pathogenesis, brings her blog to the airwaves to help bridge the dangerous gap between the science of infectious diseases and public misperception. *Podcast music is from Heather Nova's song, I Miss My Sky. Used with permission.
Twitter:
@pathogenscribe
Language:
English
Episodes
Episode 2: Other COVID-19 Vaccine Platforms
1/9/2021
In this episode, Heather provides an in-depth discussion on the COVID-19 vaccine platforms other than mRNA, currently in clinical trials around the world. These include self-replicating mRNA, DNA, protein-based, attenuated virus, inactivated virus, repurposed vaccines, and virus vector vaccines. Heather discusses: -What each platform involves -Pros and cons -Those of each type currently authorized for emergency use -Unexpected introduction to 'comedienne' Heather after a rough week.
Check out the Podcast section of Heather's website at heatherlander.com for transcripts, links, and further reading.
Duration:00:49:07
Episode 1 - COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines Explained
12/28/2020
In this episode, Heather provides an in-depth discussion on the COVID-19 mRNA vaccines authorized for emergency use in the US. She covers:
Duration:00:28:22
Introduction to Heather Lander, PhD, and the Pathogen Perspectives Podcast
12/16/2020
Pathogen Perspectives is a podcast aimed at communicating the science of infectious diseases to the general public. We will cover topics like Ebola, vaccines, SARS2 and COVID-19. This introductory episode answers the questions, who is Heather Lander and why should you listen to this podcast.
*Podcast music is from the song I miss My Sky, by Heather Nova, and is used with permission.
Duration:00:08:26