Coronavirus vaccines spark debate about squalene.
Many coronavirus vaccines require squalene, which is naturally found in sharks and sustainably produced by Amyris.
New York Times
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Amyris honored by 2021 World Changing Ideas Awards.
Our shark-saving squalene for use in coronavirus and other vaccine adjuvants received honorable mention.
Fast Company
Covid-19 vaccines could further endanger sharks.
Squalene, found in shark livers, can make vaccines more effective. We’re producing a scalable and sustainable alternative.
National Geographic
Vaccines can’t work without vials, needles and adjuvants.
Adjuvants like squalene that provoke the right immune response are a critical part of successful vaccines.
bloomberg
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