Lingering questions about the virus’ origins have sparked debates among scientists and lawmakers, while also fueling concerns about risky biological research. Texas A&M biosecurity expert Dr. Gerald Parker explains.
Texas A&M infectious disease experts say many questions about COVID-19 remain unanswered, but the outbreak highlights the need for pandemic preparedness and education in the U.S.
The U.S. Capitol is seen at dusk, January 21, 2018 as lawmakers in Washington, DC convene for a Sunday session to try to resolve the government shutdown. (Drew Angerer/Getty Images) By Morten Wendelbo, Texas A&M University Bush School of Government and Public Service and Gerald W. Parker, College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical…
By Texas A&M University Bush School Staff When examining epidemics or pandemics like the 2014 Ebola outbreak, senior policy analysts at Texas A&M University say they are able to pinpoint breakdowns in the system that have catastrophic consequences if left uncorrected. These include response delays that allow outbreaks…