Vaccines typically require years of research before getting approved and being used. As of February 10, 2021 researchers are testing 69 vaccines in clinical trials on humans, and 20 are in the final stages of testing. There are 89 vaccines in preclinical stage and are being active tested in animals. (ref: The New York Times: coronavirus vaccine tracker)
Phase | Status | number of vaccines |
PHASE 1 | Vaccines testing safety and dosage | 37 |
PHASE 2 | Vaccines in expanded safety trials | 27 |
PHASE 3 | Vaccines in large-scale efficacy tests | 20 |
AUTHORIZED | Vaccines in early or limited use | 6 |
APPROVED | Vaccines approved for full use | 4 |
ABANDONED | Vaccines abandoned after trials | 4 |
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