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Video: How does UKCDR contribute to development?

[published prior to re-brand]

Professor Chris Whitty

21 July 2017

Professor Chris Whitty was appointed Chief Scientific Adviser for the Department of Health in January 2016. He was appointed Deputy Government Chief Scientific Adviser in April 2017 for an interim period. Prof. Whitty also sits on the board of UKCDS.

In this film, Prof. Whitty speaks about science evidence and international development, UKCDS’ contribution to development and its work with the Department of Health.

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Capacity Collaboration Impact
Subtopics
Communication Governance
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UKCDS

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