The vaccine, named ChAdOx1 nCoV-19, is based on a weakened version of the common cold that causes infections in chimpanzees. It also contains the genetic material of the spike protein of SARS-CoV-2 – the strain of coronavirus that causes the COVID-19 illness. The Oxford University vaccine is one of more than 100 in development as the novel coronavirus continues to spread.
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Double protection: Oxford University COVID-19 vaccine hopes rise with strong trial results
The vaccine, named ChAdOx1 nCoV-19, is based on a weakened version of the common cold that causes infections in chimpanzees. It also contains the genetic material of the spike protein of SARS-CoV-2 – the strain of coronavirus that causes the COVID-19 illness. The Oxford University vaccine is one of more than 100 in development as the novel coronavirus continues to spread.
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