Just as 2021 was drawing to a close, the Drugs Controller General of India gave approval for restricted use in emergency situation to COVID-19 vaccines from Novavax, Inc. partner Serum Institute of India Pvt. Ltd. and Baylor College of Medicine partner Biological E. Ltd.
Eight COVID-19 Vaccines Approved In India In 2021, mRNA Addition Awaited
While an mRNA vaccine is still missing, 2021 saw Indian companies strike alliances, battle legal action and gain funding while the regulator played a crucial enabling role in the run up to the approval of eight COVID-19 vaccines from zero in 2020.
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