Chris Morrissy  Virologist joins us to discuss his journey from working at his local Colac Dairy industry as a bacteriologist to becoming one of the leading virologists working at the prestigious CSRIO Animal Health Laboratories. He is semi-retired but continues to consult with South-East Asian governments in creating first-class laboratory services in detecting, testing and studying viruses.

Chris lends his insight into working with some of the most virulent viruses such as Hand Foot and Mouth Disease, the deadly Hendra virus, and some unknown viruses which are still active such as the bat Nippa virus and many more. He gives us insight into how vaccines are developed and the role a virologist plays working in space suits in high biosecurity environments.

We also pick apart some of his insights into the COVID19 virus, vaccination, quarantine measures, and debunk some tragic myths.

One of the most important issues we got to discuss was in regards to vaccines and what it means in both protection from the virus but also your ability to pass it on when you're fully vaccinated. 

It's so refreshing to chat with someone who has been at the coalface of working with viruses. There are so many gems in this podcast it was a pleasure to discuss them with such a generous, passionate and highly intelligent person, a must-listen for all.