Contact us The Parexel Podcast | Episode 16: COVID-19 Vaccines and Kids: The Research and Vaccine Explained HOMENEWS, EVENTS & RESOURCESPODCASTSTHE PAREXEL PODCAST | EPISODE 16: COVID-19 VACCINES AND KIDS: THE RESEARCH AND VACCINE EXPLAINED In the United States, the FDA and CDC recently granted emergency use authorization (EUA) for Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for 5–11-year-olds, making it the first COVID-19 vaccine available for younger children and arriving nearly one year after Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine received EUA for adults. If the adult vaccine was authorized for this long, why did it take so long to make one available for younger children? In today’s episode, Nathalie Sohier, Global Head of Infectious Disease and Vaccines, and Shipra Patel, Global Head of Pediatrics explain the clinical trial process for vaccines, the nuances in this process for children, and the facts parents should know now that the vaccine is available for younger children. Listen Now Related Content Studying multiple versions of a cellular or gene therapy product in an early-phase clinical trial Read article Clinical pharmacology, modeling and simulation to support FIH study design Read article Actigraphy advances a patient-first approach: Reduce patient burden — and make the most of valuable data Read article We are always available for a conversation. Email * CORPORATE LINKS About Us News Events Careers Education Investigators My Preferences Global Locations SOLUTIONS Parexel Biotech Clinical Development Consulting Medical Affairs Real-World Evidence FSP STUDIES & VOLUNTEERS About Trials Participate in a Trial GLOBAL STUDY LOCATIONS Baltimore, US Los Angeles, US London, UK Berlin, DE 275 Grove St., Suite 101C, Newton, MA 02466 +1 617 454 9300 2520 Meridian Parkway, Research Triangle Park, Suite 200, Durham, NC 27713 +1 919 544 3170 © 2000-2021. Parexel International Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy Terms of Service Modern Slavery Statement Act By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Reject All Accept All Cookies