The latest on 16 vaccines in the global race for Covid-19 cure 

As pharmaceutical firms worldwide race to develop a safe and effective vaccine for Covid-19, we look at the top contenders who may be on the brink of bringing the pandemic to an end

Volunteer Melissa Harting receiving an injection of mRNA-1273, the candidate in Moderna's trial in New York. Picture: AP/Hans Pennink

The race to secure a Covid-19 vaccine is back on track after two key trials were restarted after they had been paused due to safety concerns. 

The vaccines could transform the global economy some time next year if they work. Here's the current state of play on vaccines and treatments.