US to pay Moderna $176M to develop pandemic flu vaccine
The U.S. government partners with Moderna for a $176 million deal to fast-track an mRNA bird flu vaccine for dairy cows. BARDA oversees the project, aiming for late-stage trials next year.
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The U.S. government has announced a $176 million deal with Moderna to expedite the development of an mRNA pandemic flu vaccine, specifically targeting bird flu cases in dairy cows across the country. Moderna is already working on a bird flu vaccine using mRNA technology, similar to what was used for COVID-19 vaccines. The funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will support the continued development of the vaccine, with plans for a late-stage trial next year if early results are positive. The project can be redirected swiftly to address other forms of influenza if needed. The Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) is overseeing the award, focusing on medical treatments for potential pandemics. The H5N1 virus has been found in dairy cows in 12 states, infecting three people with mild cases, but federal health officials emphasize that the overall risk to the population remains low.
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