A layperson encounter, on the "modified" RNA world

Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2021 Nov 16;118(46):e2110706118. doi: 10.1073/pnas.2110706118.

Abstract

A chance conversation with a nonscientist about the mRNA-COVID vaccines, conveyed here, reminded the author of our enduring responsibility to accurately portray science to the public.

Keywords: COVID; RNA biology; reaching the public.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • COVID-19 / immunology
  • COVID-19 Vaccines / immunology
  • Humans
  • RNA / genetics*
  • RNA / immunology*
  • RNA, Messenger / genetics
  • RNA, Messenger / immunology
  • SARS-CoV-2 / immunology

Substances

  • COVID-19 Vaccines
  • RNA, Messenger
  • RNA