The Texas Center for Drug Development, also known as TCDD, is asking people to participate in the trials, which will take place in a couple of weeks. The program is a joint initiative between DM Clinical Research and TCDD.
“I am looking forward to working on the resolution of the public health crisis caused by COVID-19,” said Dr. Vicki Miller with TCDD.
Miller told ABC13 that they are collaborating with pharmaceutical companies and the National Institutes of Health as part of Operation Warp Speed to develop a COVID-19 vaccine as quickly as possible.
“From here in Houston at our research sites, to companies developing new treatments and vaccines, it is a collaborative effort between all of us,” he said.
Trials will begin in the coming weeks.
This particular vaccine does not contain COVID-19. Participants would take the vaccine and record any symptoms they experienced. They would also have regular checks with investigators.
Volunteers interested in participating can visit houstonfightscovid.com or call (281) 886-3753.
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