Scientists in South Africa create their own version of Moderna’s mRNA vaccine

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Scientists in South Africa have figured out a way to make their own version of Moderna’s vaccine against COVID-19. It’s one part of a long process, but many view this as a big step in effort to expand access to lifesaving vaccines across Africa. So, how’d they do it? The World’s Elana Gordon reports.

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