Disease Quote by Laurie Glimcher
“Hepatitis C was a devastating disease but because fundamental research was done in hepatitis C, it is now curable. It is now absolutely curable with new medications. So this is transformative.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: NIH Director, 2023
Basic research on hepatitis C enabled breakthrough cures, showing the value of foundational science.
In simple terms: Research leads to cures.
Key Takeaway
Invest in fundamentals.
Themes
science
innovation
healthcare
Mood
optimistic
inspired
Type
scientific
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy funding
- clinical trials
- public health planning
Key Concepts
virology
drug development
Questions to Reflect On
- What other diseases could benefit from similar research?
- How can we balance immediate needs with long‑term science?
A Different Perspective
Funding basic research is uncertain and long‑term.
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