A model for public-private partnership during the COVID-19 pandemic: Lessons from Biolab and public laboratories working in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
Issa Abu-DayyehZein NaberLuke W MeredithLora AlsawalhaDana NassarLara SumrainMohammad GhunaimThaer HasanAmid AbdelnourPublished in: Influenza and other respiratory viruses (2023)
The collaboration between public and private laboratories during COVID-19 established a model for future joint efforts to prevent outbreaks from becoming pandemics. Biolab's focus on efficiency, quality, and staff well-being enabled consistent, high-quality performance. The introduction of innovative information technology platforms ensured swift information dissemination. Biolab plans to continue investing in these platforms and expand pathogen testing, creating a top-tier testing infrastructure in Jordan with a demonstrated ability to cooperate with the government for public benefit.