29 min listen
Part 1 – The Battle Against Antibiotic Resistance
FromScience Will Win
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Length:
28 minutes
Released:
Nov 15, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Medicine’s struggle with antibiotic resistant bacteria is reaching a crisis point. In part one of this four-part series, host Jeremiah Owyang and expert guests delve into the world of antibiotics, exploring their history, the rise of antibiotic resistance, and the story of a patient whose life was forever changed by antibiotic-resistant bacteria. They break down the critical issues at stake and discuss the multifaceted solutions needed to combat this pressing crisis – including artificial intelligence.Featured Guests:Adrian Egli, Director, Institute of Medical Microbiology, University of Zurich Jay Purdy, Vice President and Therapeutic Area Lead, Global Medical Affairs, Pfizer Antibacterial and Antifungal ProgramsMary Lynne Van Poelgeest-Pomfret, President, World Federation of Incontinence and Pelvic ProblemsSeason 3 of Science Will Win is created by Pfizer and hosted by Jeremiah Owyang, entrepreneur, investor, and tech industry analyst. It’s produced by Wonder Media Network.
Released:
Nov 15, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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