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The Science Behind The Historic mRNA Vaccine

The Science Behind The Historic mRNA Vaccine

FromShort Wave


The Science Behind The Historic mRNA Vaccine

FromShort Wave

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Length:
16 minutes
Released:
Dec 17, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Millions of doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, just days ago granted emergency use authorization by the FDA, are being distributed across the country. It's the first widely-available vaccine to use something called mRNA technology. So, with the help of epidemiologist Rene Najera, Maddie explains the science behind this vaccine and how it was developed so quickly.Email the show at shortwave@npr.org.
Released:
Dec 17, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — all in about 10 minutes, every weekday. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join host Maddie Sofia for science on a different wavelength.