Ebola expert to speak in Plachta
Those fearing Ebola will have the opportunity for their questions to be answered during "Inside the Hot Zone" at 7 p.m. Feb. 2 in Plachta Auditorium.
Sponsored by Central Michigan University's Speaker Series, bestselling author and Ebola expert Richard Preston will speak on his book "Inside the Hot Zone."
Preston is an Ebola and infectious disease expert whose book inspired several Hollywood adaptations, including "Outbreak."
Preston's book debuted in 1994 and is a non-fiction thriller about the origins involving Ebola virus. While at CMU, Preston will explore the origins of Ebola, as well as the recent treatment developments. He will also talk about other emerging viruses.
Tickets for the event are not required.
