We May Have a COVID Vaccine in 2021, But Not Without Taking Risks

The video discusses the rapid development of COVID-19 vaccines, focusing on nucleic acid vaccines that use DNA or RNA. It highlights the accelerated timeline due to the pandemic, the experimental nature of these vaccines, and the risks involved in skipping traditional trial steps. The video also covers human challenge studies, where volunteers are intentionally exposed to the virus, raising ethical concerns. Despite the risks, the urgency of the pandemic justifies these unprecedented measures to save lives.

Describe the process of how scientists are accelerating vaccine trials during the pandemic.

What is antibody dependent enhancement and why is it a concern for coronavirus vaccines?

What are the potential risks of skipping animal trials before human clinical trials?