Andrew Nerlinger’s job uses tech to combat infectious diseases. Then along came COVID-19.

For years, Dr. Andrew Nerlinger has been at the forefront of using technology to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

He’s never had a bigger megaphone than now. The co-founder of Austin-based PandemicTech LLC has been busy with news and podcast interviews in recent weeks, and his company recently partnered with the World Health Organization. PandemicTech has also created a $100,000 fellowship program to find innovative ways to combat infectious diseases. The company expects to announce the…