FDA Endorses Moderna Vaccine Candidate For Emergency Use

The FDA has endorsed Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use, marking a significant step towards full approval. An FDA advisory committee will meet to discuss this further. Moderna reports its vaccine is 95% effective, similar to Pfizer's, and requires two doses.

What is the purpose of the FDA's endorsement of Moderna's vaccine candidate?

When is the FDA advisory committee scheduled to meet to consider the vaccine?