ILRI scientist Hung Nguyen-Viet discusses his experiences with the WHO team investigating COVID-19 origins
- From
-
Published on
19.03.21
- Impact Area

Hung Nguyen-Viet, co-leader of the Animal and Human Health program at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), was a member of the high-profile World Health Organization expert mission to China to investigate the origins of coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
ILRI’s David Aronson interviewed Hung about his experiences on the mission, which garnered headlines worldwide, and on the broader lessons for ILRI and One Health.
Related news
-
Widescale low GI rice planting in PH kicks off in Cagayan and Isabela
International Rice Research Institute (IRRI)16.04.25-
Health
CAGAYAN, Philippines (02 April 2025) — Diabetes is a global health issue, currently affecting 6.6…
Read more -
-
Uncovering the risks of wild animal diseases in Southeast Asia
International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)14.03.25-
Health
A One Health approach, coupled with community education and improved disease surveillance, can help …
Read more -
-
Strengthening wastewater management to improve the environment and public health in Africa
International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)13.03.25-
Environmental health
-
Health
Innovative wastewater management, an often-overlooked aspect of public and environmental health, cou…
Read more -