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Clinical trials have progressed with cautious optimism. After initial phases indicating good safety profiles and immune responses, teams prepare for larger Phase 2 and 3 studies. Data analysis reveals early signs of antibody production, even within weeks of vaccination, fueling hope that these efforts might culminate in licensure. However, the process is not without hurdles; big pharmaceutical players like AstraZeneca paused trials temporarily following adverse events—a normal part of rigorous safety evaluations, ensuring that any risks are thoroughly investigated before public rollout.