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What Gives You Hope in 2021: David Altshuler
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"In 2020, the biomedical research community discovered and developed COVID-19 treatments and vaccines in less than a year. In 2021 and beyond, we should use this example to speed the virtuous cycle of serial innovation that enables breakthroughs and creates lasting value for people and society."
— David Altshuler, Executive Vice President, Global Research and Chief Scientific Officer, Vertex Pharmaceuticals
In this special quotes series edition of the Power of Ideas, thought leaders across industries reflect on the past several months and look to the future as they respond to the question: What are you hopeful for in 2021?
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