Cell Biology Plenary Lecture

Explore the intricacies of the 1918 pandemic and its far-reaching implications in this compelling plenary lecture from the Society for Experimental Biology's Prague 2015 conference. Delve into the power of infection, survival factors, and historical context as presented by John Oxford from Queen Mary College, UK. Examine the Western Front's role, the Spitsbergen expedition, and personal accounts from figures like Vera Brittain and Phyllis Byrnes. Analyze the controversial post-impression painting and its significance. Gain insights into the lessons learned from this devastating pandemic and their relevance to modern times, including a message from President Obama. Uncover the hidden aspects of this historical event that were unknown at the time, providing a comprehensive understanding of the 1918 pandemic's impact on cell biology and society.