Media contributions
1Media contributions
Title Dutch microbiologist wins Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize for work during COVID-19 pandemic Degree of recognition International Media name/outlet CNA Media type Web Duration/Length/Size 8:49 minutes Country/Territory Netherlands Date 16/04/24 Description This year's Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize has been awarded to a Dutch microbiologist for his contributions during the pandemic. Professor Gertjan Medema's research revolutionised virus detection in wastewater when COVID-19 emerged. It established wastewater surveillance as a cost-effective way to detect early and track the virus. Professor Medema and Mr Ryan Yuen, managing director of the Singapore International Water Prize, shared more about wastewater-based epidemiology and the impact of such research. URL https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=eCul_bt23Hw Persons G.J. Medema, Ryan Yuen