Tag: Peter Thomson

  • Nation & World

    Underprepared for the next pandemic

    A lack of “surge” capacity plagues pandemic flu preparations around the world, as public health officials, scientists, and pharmaceutical industry scientists work to streamline vaccine production as well as improve surveillance, communication, and other public health practices before the next new ailment hits.

    5 minutes
  • Nation & World

    Personal glimpses into Harvard history

    Since its founding in 1636, Harvard has moved through many great historical dramas. History as a listing of events — as chronicle — has its uses, but often more insight is gained through personal accounts. Great events and small can often be better understood in the light of private recollections.

    7 minutes