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While the immediate goal was combatting COVID-19, Collison and Tyler viewed Fast Grants as part of a larger strategic effort. They recognized that future pandemics are inevitable, and building an agile funding infrastructure now could save countless lives later.
Patrick emphasized this forward-looking vision: “COVID-19 is not gonna be our last pandemic. Fast Grants is a small step in a much larger trajectory of scientific and preparedness improvements.” Their aim was to foster a scientific environment where rapid innovation becomes the norm, ensuring society is better prepared for the next crisis.