Fast-tracking solutions to the coronavirus pandemic
Coronavirus-related research funded by the SNSF is successfully delivering fast and beneficial results.
The coronavirus pandemic that we have been living with since early 2020 has highlighted the importance of scientific research. Since it was completely unknown until it struck, the virus had to be decoded quickly so that scientists could develop effective medicines and vaccines and establish what preventive measures needed to be taken. The SNSF contributed to these efforts by funding various research projects. Here is an overview.