The next pandemic will definitely occur, and scientists should be prepared for the next pandemic!

David Ho, a Chinese scientist at Columbia University, recently established the "Pandemic Research Alliance" with Yuen Kwok-yung, a microbiologist at the University of Hong Kong, to jointly carry out research on emerging infectious diseases. In an interview with Phoenix TV, David Ho stressed that global scientists should work together to prepare for the next pandemic

David Ho, a Chinese scientist at Columbia University, recently established the "Pandemic Research Alliance" with Yuen Kwok-yung, a microbiologist at the University of Hong Kong, to jointly carry out research on emerging infectious diseases. In an interview with Phoenix TV, David Ho stressed that global scientists should work together to prepare for the next pandemic.

Virologist of Columbia University: He Taiyi

David Ho pointed out that although people have established immunity to COVID-19, the virus will continue to spread and mutate. He warned that if the virus mutates enough, it may trigger a new peak of the epidemic. He also pointed out that with climate change and increased contact between animals and humans, the chances of viruses jumping from one species to another have also increased.

In order to prepare for the next epidemic of infectious diseases, David Ho and Yuen Kwok-yung jointly established the "Alliance for Epidemic Research". The alliance aims to study influenza, SARS, COVID-19 and other related viruses, understand their characteristics, and find viruses that may infect humans. They plan to conduct drug research and vaccine development in case of an outbreak of a certain virus.

Virologist of Columbia University: He Taiyi

In addition, David Ho revealed that the partners of the research alliance will also include Tsinghua University and the Dorti Institute of the University of Melbourne. He hopes that this alliance can attract more scientists to join and contribute to the global response to the next infectious disease pandemic.

David Ho's view is that global scientists should work together to prepare for the next pandemic. He mentioned the risk of COVID-19 transmission and variation, as well as the impact of climate change and human animal interaction on virus transmission. He believes that through research and vaccine development, preparations can be made for the next outbreak of the epidemic.

Personally, David Ho's view is very reasonable. There have been many pandemics in history, such as the Spanish flu in 1918, SARS in 2003, and the recent COVID-19. These outbreaks have had a huge impact on global society and economy, therefore, scientists should strengthen cooperation and innovate more in virus research and prevention and control to cope with potential new outbreaks in the future.

In addition, establishing the "Pandemic Research Alliance" is a very positive initiative. Through cooperation, various research institutions can share data and experience, accelerating the process of epidemic research. Through drug research and vaccine development, preparations can be made in advance to reduce the harm of the epidemic to humans.

In conclusion, it is wise and necessary for David Ho to emphasize that global scientists should work together to prepare for the next pandemic. I hope that the "Pandemic Research Alliance" can attract more scientists to participate and provide more strong support for future epidemic prevention and control.

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