"Katalin Karikó's Nobel-worthy mRNA research: A beautiful gift in an ugly world"
Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman, recipients of the Nobel Prize for Medicine, were recognized for their groundbreaking work on mRNA vaccines, which have played a crucial role in combating the Covid-19 pandemic. However, their journey to success was marked by struggles to secure funding and recognition within the research community. Their story highlights the flaws in the current scientific funding system and raises questions about the potential missed opportunities for other world-changing research programs. The recognition of Karikó and Weissman's work serves as a reminder of the need for more flexible and responsive funding policies to support scientific innovation.