The Emory University science lab behind what could be a gamechanging COVID-19 pill.

Georgia Today

English - October 08, 2021 01:19 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MB
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Drug company Merck is awaiting word on its emergency use-authorization application for its recently announced drug molnupiravir. If approved, the anti-viral drug developed at a lab at Emory University could become the first-ever pill to treat COVID-19. The latest Georgia Today podcast examines the journey that led to this potential breakthrough and its connection to Emory.