Look Inside A Lab Racing To Develop A Coronavirus Vaccine

The video discusses the efforts of Nova VAX, a Maryland-based company, in developing a coronavirus vaccine. It explains the structure of the virus and how a vaccine could prevent infection. The company aims to start human trials by late spring, despite the usual 18-month timeline. The video also covers the regulatory challenges of vaccine approval and the concept of compassionate use, as seen with Ebola. Finally, it highlights the importance of being prepared for future outbreaks.

Explain the significance of the spikes on the coronavirus.

What does 'expanded access' or 'compassionate use' mean in the context of vaccine development?