EPISODE · Nov 15, 2020 · 28 MIN

Pfizer announce Covid-19 vaccine

from Naked Scientists, In Short Special Editions Podcast · host The Naked Scientists

What do we know about Pfizer and bioNTech's new RNA-based COVID-19 vaccine, preliminary results for which were announced this week? Who was tested in the trial? And what is a genetic vaccine, why were vaccinees innoculated twice, what does 90% effective mean, and what's the reason it needs to be stored at -80º C? Joining RNZ's Kim Hill, virologist Dr Chris Smith explains... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

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