In the second instalment of the all-new IBMSpod, leading virologist and Fellow Dr Sarah Pitt chats to Rob & Jordan about her experience appearing on national TV highlighting the work of Biomedical Scientists throughout the pandemic. Later, she explains the science behind the new COVID-19 vaccines. Meanwhile, Helen is joined by Gogglebox star and Biomedical Scientist Umar Siddiqui for an insight into his working day and experience filming with his family on the show.Also features IBMS News - an round up of all the latest headlines from the IBMS.Show note links:Sarah Pitt's survey: https://brightonpsychology.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4THAim5YenZgm2NA meeting with Lord Bethall: https://www.ibms.org/resources/news/a-meeting-with-lord-bethell/Rapid Testing Statement: https://www.ibms.org/resources/news/sars-cov-2-rapid-testing-options/Guidance on membership renewals: https://www.ibms.org/resources/news/renew-your-membership-for-2021/PGD Consultation: https://www.ibms.org/resources/news/nhs-consultation-for-administering-medicines-closes-soon/IBMS President Presents to Parliamentary Committee: www.ibms.org/resources/news/ibm…mentary-committee/Register for The Biomedical Scientist rerun: live.thebiomedicalscientist.net.