What Are Monoclonal Antibodies and Why Are They a Bridge to The Coronavirus Vaccine?

Medicine & Technology Jul 18, 2020

Scientists believe that monoclonal antibodies can help fight the coronavirus amidst the absence of the ultimate desired treatment, a viable vaccine. Learn what these antibodies are and how they work.

Is Moderna Coronavirus Vaccine Leading the Race? Early Trials Show the Jab Gives Off Immunity

Jul 15, 2020

There's good news from Moderna's mRNA-1273 coronavirus vaccine candidate. A preliminary report states that all 45 volunteers in its clinical trial developed immunity to the coronavirus with no adverse reactions.

Russia Completes Human Trials on Coronavirus Vaccine, First In History

Jul 12, 2020

Scientists from Sechenov University said they have already finished human trials for a coronavirus vaccine and results have proven the medication's effectiveness. But there are no reports yet on its commercial reproduction.

Why Are Horseshoe Crabs Important in Developing the Coronavirus Vaccine?

Jul 09, 2020

For years, a horseshoe crab's blood has been used for developing new vaccines and medications. Experts are worried that the crab's population might be at risk due to numerous testings, particularly now with the coronavirus pandemic.

A New Way to Resolve Inflammation on Severe Coronavirus Cases; Will This Be Effective?

Jul 09, 2020

COVID-19 patients with severe cases often suffer from organ damage and sometimes death. But a team of scientists has proposed a novel way of limiting organ damage to improve outcomes for severe cases of the disease.

Are We Ready? The US Is Preparing For the Coronavirus Vaccine, Invests $42M in Syringe and Needle Production

Jul 08, 2020

The United States has invested $42 million into producing syringes and needles in anticipation of the future coronavirus vaccine. The US President is hopeful that a vaccine could be ready by the end of the year or early next year.

Any Coronavirus Vaccine Would Only Give 'Finite Protection'--Dr. Fauci

Jul 06, 2020

According to Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, any coronavirus vaccine developed during this time would only give us "finite protection." Furthermore, he says that the first wave of the coronavirus is still far from over.

Elon Musk Tweeted His Intentions to Partner With CureVac for a COVID-19 Vaccine

Jul 02, 2020

Tesla will be building mRNA microfactories for CureVac as the German company continues to develop its coronavirus vaccine Optimizing mRNA technology for two years, they are currently in their Phase I of clinical trials.

China’s Biotech Firm Is Now Leading the Race to a Coronavirus Vaccine As Testing Approaches Phase 3

Jul 02, 2020

CanSino was the first biotech firm to complete successful human trials with a COVID-19 vaccine. They've continued to take the lead as they will soon begin Phase 3 with consistent promising efforts.

Oxford Expert Claims Their COVID-19 Vaccine Gives Off Long Term Immunity With Antibodies 3X Higher Than Recovered Patients

Jul 01, 2020

Professor Sarah Gilbert, who leads Oxford University's trial for its coronavirus vaccine candidate, says their jab could provide long-term immunity, which could last for several years. Furthermore, she says it could even give off antibodies three times more than a person who recovered from COVID-19.

Coronavirus Vaccine May Be Coming Sooner Than Skeptics Think: Japan Ramps Up Production by Five-Fold to 1M Doses

Jun 29, 2020

A collaborative group of Japanese and foreign private and academic sectors is upgrading and expanding their coronavirus vaccine candidate's production. They aim to make the vaccine available for public use by next year's fall season. Click the link above to learn more.

Britain's Second Coronavirus Vaccine to Start Trials on Wednesday; If Successful, Could Cost Less Than $4 Per Dose

Jun 15, 2020

The UK's second coronavirus vaccine candidate will go into human trials this week. According to researchers from Imperial College London, if deemed effective and safe, the vaccine would be made available to the public at a very affordable price.

SpFN US Army’s Coronavirus Vaccine Contender to Start Human Trials This Month

Jun 13, 2020

The U.S. Army’s coronavirus vaccine contender was chosen to start human trials as early as this month. After giving off favorable results in mice studies, SpFN will be tried on humans to determine its safety and efficiency before being considered for public use.

Two Harvard-led Coronavirus Vaccine Trials Conducted on Monkeys Demonstrated Protection and Immunity Against the Virus

May 21, 2020

Two studies involving testing experimental coronavirus vaccines in monkeys have shown promising results suggestive of immunity and protection against COVID-19. The researchers say that further studies need to be conducted to determine if the same results will be seen in human subjects.

Moderna’s COVID-19 Vaccine Dubious? Experts Demand Concrete Data Not Mere Words

May 19, 2020

Vaccine experts are skeptical of Moderna's vaccine candidate. On Monday, the company released information regarding their vaccine developing an immune response in their subjects. Other researchers, seemingly, have further questions to ask. Click the link above to read more.