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Developing the COVID-19 vaccine at a record speed
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The development of the COVID-19 vaccine was an applaudable feat, with researchers able to utilize a large sample size due to the massive outbreak of the virus around the world. Despite the speed of the vaccine's development, it was done in a safe manner, with no compromise on the quality of the research conducted.
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Despite humbling comparisons to coffee beans, an average production run can yield about two grams of mRNA per liter, which is significant given the nanoscale of the molecule.
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Despite humbling comparisons to coffee beans, an average production run can yield about two grams of mRNA per liter, which is significant given the nanoscale of the molecule.
ChapterDeveloping the COVID-19 vaccine at a record speed
EpisodeHow mRNA Vaccines Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The development of the COVID-19 vaccine was astonishing, with a huge sample size that was achieved thanks to the high infection rate, well-funded research, and a large number of volunteers who were willing to participate in trials in the early stages of vaccine development.
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The development of the COVID-19 vaccine was astonishing, with a huge sample size that was achieved thanks to the high infection rate, well-funded research, and a large number of volunteers who were willing to participate in trials in the early stages of vaccine development.
ChapterDeveloping the COVID-19 vaccine at a record speed
EpisodeHow mRNA Vaccines Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Researchers discuss the potential for mRNA technology to be used in solving various diseases outside of COVID-19, including HIV, rabies, and cancer.
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Researchers discuss the potential for mRNA technology to be used in solving various diseases outside of COVID-19, including HIV, rabies, and cancer.