The hottest mRNA technology Substack posts right now

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Faster, Please! 1645 implied HN points 18 Feb 26
  1. The FDA reversed its halt and will review Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine. The episode shows political backlash can inject major regulatory uncertainty into vaccine approvals.
  2. Rising vaccine skepticism is chilling the mRNA field—venture funding, manufacturing plans, and federal contracts have been cut or canceled. This threatens not just flu shots but future work on cancer vaccines, autoimmune treatments, and pandemic preparedness.
  3. Without clearer funding and oversight, the U.S. vaccine enterprise risks being dismantled and important medical advances may be foreclosed. Congress may need to direct funds and set enforceable milestones to preserve vaccine R&D.
Maryanne Demasi, reports 2692 implied HN points 22 Jan 24
  1. A former TGA boss has been appointed to the board of Medicines Australia to advance mRNA technology in Australia.
  2. John Skerritt, previously with TGA, reflects on his achievements in speeding up drug approvals during his time there.
  3. Concerns are raised about the 'revolving door' practice where agency officials end up working for industries they once regulated.
Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack 1493 implied HN points 30 Jan 24
  1. COVID was used as a reason to introduce mRNA technology and vaccines.
  2. The COVID narrative should end and be addressed as a crime.
  3. There is opposition to the use of mRNA technology and vaccines.
Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack 1415 implied HN points 31 Jan 24
  1. mRNA technology was developed as a bioweapon to change human genetic makeup
  2. There are calls to punish individuals involved in mRNA technology development
  3. Emphasis on letting proper courts and juries decide punishment
Mind & Matter 157 implied HN points 20 Jan 24
  1. Early in the pandemic, the mRNA technology in vaccines was considered a promising tool to stop the spread of COVID-19
  2. As new variants emerged, questions arose about the effectiveness of the mRNA vaccines and the need for updates to combat evolving strains
  3. Debates continue around the origins of SARS-CoV-2, the efficacy of vaccines, and the potential side effects of mRNA shots
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The Good Science Project 70 implied HN points 02 Oct 23
  1. New scientific institutes funded by Silicon Valley aim to advance scientific progress quickly.
  2. The current system of science funding is seen as uncreative and inflexible.
  3. It's important to fund a diverse range of people and ideas, including those that may currently seem unpopular or unworkable, to uncover groundbreaking discoveries.