Kariko, 68, and Weissman, 64, longstanding colleagues at the University of Pennsylvania in the US, have won a slew of awards for their research, including the prestigious Lasker Award in 2021, often seen as a precursor to the Nobel. In honoring the duo this year, the Nobel committee in Stockholm...
EU okays updated Pfizer and BioNTech’s anti-Covid vaccine
Adults and children over five require a single shot "irrespective of their Covid-19 vaccination history" while younger children may get "one or three doses depending on whether they have completed a primary vaccination course or have had Covid-19" the Amsterdam-based EMA said.
Scientists develop mobile printer for mRNA vaccine patches
While many hurdles remain and the 3D printer is likely years away from becoming available, experts hailed the "exciting" finding. The device prints two-centimeter-wide patches which each contain hundreds of tiny needles that administer a vaccine when pressed against the skin.
Moderna to sue Pfizer, BioNTech over ‘copying’ of vaccine
Moderna has accused Pfizer and BioNTech of copying its technology to make Comirnaty , alleging that the partners infringed on its patents in developing their Covid-19 shot. The lawsuits set up a high-stakes showdown between the makers of Covid vaccine, a key tool in the fight against the infection.
Israel to administer Covid vaccine shots to youngest children
Israel's health ministry approved Pfizer and Moderna Covid-19 vaccinations for its youngest children, an official said Tuesday, mirroring a move by the US to allow mRNA shots for those over six months old.Asian markets mostly up, oil rallies as virus and Fed hold attention
A mild recovery from the previous two days' steep losses was turned on its head in the region on Tuesday after Moderna head Stephane Bancel told the Financial Times that existing vaccines might not be as effective against the new Covid strain owing to its multitude of mutations.Pfizer already working on Covid vaccine targeting Omicron: CEO
Bourla likened the situation to the scenario earlier this year when Pfizer and its German partner BioNTech developed a vaccine in 95 days against Delta which ultimately was not used.
Every second, Pfizer, BioNTech, Moderna make $1k profit
The trio is estimated to make pre-tax profits of $34 billion this year: over $1,000 a second, $65,000 a minute, or $93.5 million a day.
Riyadh clears Moderna vaccine for people aged between 12 and 17
Saudi Arabia has approved the use of the Moderna Covid-19 vaccine for people aged between 12 and 17. The kingdom's decision was based on the data provided by the pharmaceutical company.
US to announce Covid vaccine booster campaign
US officials are considering whether a third dose should be the same type of vaccine as a person's first two
UAE most vaccinated nation, overtakes Seychelles
72.1 percent of the population fully vaccinated UAE has approved emergency registration of Moderna's vaccine to combat variants By inoculating more than 72.1 percent of the country's population, the UAE has become the world's most fully vaccinated country, overtaking Seychelles to rank number one in terms of total doses administered...
