The University of Oxford is expected to release an update on the COVID-19 vaccine it is co-developing with AstraZeneca PLC, with “positive news” anticipated from Phase I trials.
Coronavirus Update: 'Positive News' Imminent From Oxford and AstraZeneca Vaccine
Plus: Favipiravir Price Cut And New Approval In India
More news from across the sector, including Novartis's non-profit pledge on medicines and Zydus Cadila commencing Phase I vaccine trial.

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