When the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic struck, many were left with their head spinning in disbelief or not knowing where to start in order to tackle this enormous problem with the minimal knowledge we had about this virus. Not this guy. Like the fastest dodge ball player ever, Dr Marc-André Langlois caught the ball on the rebound and scored, and we all cheered (or should!). Listen to this amazing story of Canadian genius, dedication, and resourcefulness, where scientists are the heroes.
Here are links the many websites or research groups mentioned during the podcast:
Fact checking:
SARS-CoV pandemic of 2002-2003 death toll in Canada:
251 people were infected, 43 patient died, which represents 17% of infected people, not 50% as mentioned by Elaine in the podcast. (source: Encyclopedia Britannica)