‘Using herd immunity to combat this isn’t insane from a scientific standpoint, but it’s insane from a social standpoint. What you’re saying is you’ll get through this quicker, the peak is shorter...but we’re going to sacrifice X amount of people to do it’
-
-
Show this thread
-
For those of you short on time, or whose lumpenproletarian brains struggle to keep up with such sophisticated scientific output, here's a handy guide which shows where each topic is discussed in the episode.pic.twitter.com/dMAF0BwmLV
Show this thread
End of conversation
New conversation -
-
-
What the heck is RNA?
-
DNA is the code that a cell (or virus)uses to make protein that it needs. DNA has to go through an intermediate called RNA which is the template for protein to be made. Either way(DNA/RNA) it’s the instructions carried by the virus to be able to make the tools to replicate itself
- Show replies
New conversation -
-
-
If the most successful viruses are the ones that don't make their hosts too ill, why don't there seem to be any viruses that make the host feel good. That make for a REALLY successful virus.
- Show replies
New conversation -
-
-
Really interesting and informative - diolch! x
Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
-
Loading seems to be taking a while.
Twitter may be over capacity or experiencing a momentary hiccup. Try again or visit Twitter Status for more information.
mail: desolationwales@gmail.com patreon:
Everything You Always Wanted To Know About Viruses (but were afraid to ask)
Dan was joined by top immunologist Dr Christian Maine. He explains the science behind the pandemic: what viruses are, the immune system, testing, shedding, & lots more