As machine learning and deep learning technologies advance thanks to advances in computation, algorithms and data availability, the possibilities of the technology continue to expand in medicine. While these AI-driven approaches have real potential, such systems demand large volumes of representative data, careful privacy and security scrutiny and thoughtful long-term strategic planning. In this Q&A, Kathryn…
Moderna debuts fellowship program for young researchers focusing on mRNA therapies
Messenger RNA (mRNA) therapeutics and vaccines may offer significant promise, but few scientists specialize in the technology. Moderna (NSDQ: MRNA) aims to inspire a new generation of scientists and clinicians to focus on mRNA research with a new fellowship program. The program will support a range of applications within medicine, basic research, epidemiology, pharmacology, nursing…
COVID-19 vaccine adverse events: Separating the signal from the noise
In the U.S., more than 125 million people have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. While most vaccine recipients tend to have relatively minor and fleeting adverse events from the shots, many people continue to worry about side effects. According to a recent survey from the physician social network Sermo found that 72% of physicians reported…