When Science Finds a Way

Bonus Episode: Julia Gillard discusses the future of global health

When Science Finds a Way

Show Notes

**** We want to hear from you! Our podcast is shaped by the people who listen to it. Please tell us a bit about your experience by filling out our short listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SX6X8X3 **** Julia Gillard, the 27th Prime Minister of Australia and Chair of Wellcome, brings together three experts from Season 1 to delve into the key themes that have emerged and to explore the challenges ahead for global health. Julia is joined by: Dr Anand Anandkumar – from Episode 1, "Stopping superbugs: antimicrobial resistance and the race for new antibiotics" Kathy Baughman-McLeod – from Episode 3, "Feeling the heat: how can we work on a warming planet?" Professor Crick Lund – from Episode 11, "Cash transfers: can they improve mental health?"

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