In this episode, I sit down with Prof. Luke O’Neill - One of Ireland’s best known scientists and one of the world’s leading immunologists.

Luke reflects on the experiences that shaped his life and career from his early fascination with science and the influence of his parents to the discoveries that helped establish him internationally in the field of immunology.

We discuss what science has learned about the immune system, the medical breakthroughs that could transform the treatment of disease and the challenges facing science today.

Luke also looks back on the Covid-19 pandemic, the lessons that should be carried forward, vaccines and whether the world is better prepared for potential public health crises in the future.

Along the way, we talk about the personal side of a life in science, including family, music,  ...