Moderna bird flu vaccine deal scrapped by US administration

The Trump administration has cancelled a key agreement with Moderna for the late-stage development of an avian flu vaccine.

The latest news on the United States. Moderna has confirmed on Wednesday that its federal contract for advancing a bird flu vaccine has been terminated following a government review that cited concerns over scientific and safety benchmarks.

The mRNA-based shot was one of several candidates Moderna hoped would offset declining COVID-related revenues. While the company still sees promise in its mid-stage data and plans to pursue alternate paths, the loss of public funding could slow progress.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada - February 14, 2021 : A health worker prepares to administer a shot of the American vaccine Moderna. Name is blurry and vials containing messenger RNA technology vaccine // Shutterstock

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