Date/Time: Tuesday 16 November 2021, 5.30pm

Venue: This is an online event

Jacobson Lecture

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Hosted by Professor Sally Shortall, with introduction from Professor Andy Fisher.

Combining fast and accurate testing, cutting-edge science and robust analysis and response, the Integrated Covid Hub North East aims to be a global leader in the fight against virus spread. Being part of the national Test and Trace service has placed our region at the forefront of managing the virus, saving lives by delivering innovative scientific discovery, information, and support to protect health. Its success is proof that we are at our best when working together in strong and inclusive partnerships, and diverse, engaged teams to deliver timely and responsive continuous improvement and innovation.

Biography

Dr Akhtar Husain was appointed Medical Director of the new Lighthouse Laboratory and has been instrumental in leading the North East regional lab response to Covid. He is responsible for the overall quality of all clinical services, to ensure they meet all quality standards and performance measures, with a view on continuous improvement and innovation. Dr Husain works passionately towards important goals around equality and diversity, influencing recruiters to consider ethnic and other minorities when staffing in the Lighthouse lab.

Live Q&A:

The lecture will be followed by a live Q&A with the speaker. You can submit a question in advance by sending an email to public.lectures@ncl.ac.uk or during the event using YouTube Live Chat or via Twitter @InsightsNCL.

This event will be hosted on YouTube, registration is not required.