Coronavirus Vaccine: How Long Do We Have to Wait - TLDR News.

The video discusses the global efforts to develop a COVID-19 vaccine, highlighting the historical context of coronavirus research and the role of the WHO. It explains various vaccine development approaches, including whole virus, recombinant protein, antibody, and nucleic acid vaccines. The video also addresses the challenges in vaccine development, such as clinical trials and safety concerns, and the complexities of production and distribution, emphasizing ethical issues in global access.

How many companies and academic institutions are involved in developing a COVID-19 vaccine?

• 25

• 35

• 45

• 15

What is the genetic similarity percentage between COVID-19 and the 2002 SARS virus?

• 80-90%

• 70-80%

• 60-70%

• 50-60%

Which country quickly released the genetic material of the COVID-19 virus?

• Germany

• USA

• China

• India

Which type of vaccine uses a weakened or dead form of the virus?

• Nucleic acid

• Whole virus

• Recombinant protein subunit

• Antibody

What is a major challenge in developing nucleic acid vaccines?

• Slow approval process

• Complex production

• Limited to veterinary use

• High cost

What is the first phase of clinical trials for a vaccine?

• Testing on people with the disease

• Testing on a large population

• Testing on a small group of healthy volunteers

• Testing on animals

Why is the vaccine development process considered slow and expensive?

• Limited research facilities

• Shortage of volunteers

• Complexity and safety requirements

• Lack of funding

What is a potential issue with the distribution of vaccines?

• Overproduction

• Underfunding

• Geopolitical conflicts

• Lack of interest

Which approach is the UK using to respond to the COVID-19 outbreak?

• Vaccination

• Herd immunity

• Mass testing

• Complete lockdown

What was President Trump accused of regarding vaccine development?

• Blocking exports

• Delaying research

• Buying a German company

• Ignoring the pandemic