'The next pandemic is not a matter of if, but when,' Oxford professor says
Oxford professor Adrian Hill warns that future pandemics are inevitable but notes that global vaccine development infrastructure has significantly improved since COVID-19. He highlights that the ability to create vaccines within a year is a major scientific legacy that enhances future readiness.
Why it matters
Understanding global pandemic preparedness is critical for public health policy and long-term economic stability in the face of emerging infectious diseases.
Epidemics are not a thing of the past. On the contrary, they will continue to emerge and the next major pandemic is only a matter of time, says Adrian Hill, one of the world's leading vaccine scientists and winner of the 2026 European Inventor Award in the category "Research".
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