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Marvel Studios Has Reportedly Shut Down All Production Indefinitely – We Got This Covered

Posted: March 31, 2020 at 6:37 am

The MCU has got so massive that Marvel Studios is usually constantly in production on a bunch of projects, but the current health crisis has forced them to temporarily shut up shop. Over the past few weeks, weve got word that the various movies and TV shows Marvel has in the works have had to be put on hold given the coronavirus outbreak. And now, the latest update on the situation claims that the studio has officially closed down all production, laying off crew members in the process.

This news comes our way via Charles Murphy of Murphys Multiverse. According to the insider, the studio has sent out an email to all crew, revealing that the initial plan to resume shooting in a month is no longer feasible, hence this new measure. Heres how Murphy sums up the salient points:

Unfortunately, theres nothing that can be done about this right now, given that movie and TV productions across the board are being closed down amid the widespread banning of large gatherings of people. Seeing as the email reportedly notes that a four-week delay isnt realistic, we can likely expect Marvel Studios to keep their doors shut until well into May, at least.

Speaking of,Black Widowwas set to be the next Marvel release, but it wont be making its scheduled May 1st due date, after all. The next one out the gate is The Falcon and the Winter Soldierin August, butBWs delay may have a knock-on effect and cause that to be pushed back, too. Like the rest of the entertainment world, the ongoing pandemic will no doubt have a big impact on Marvel Studios output. At this stage, though, its hard to say how big.

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Supernatural: More Than One Set of Winchesters Can Save the Universe – CBR – Comic Book Resources

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WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Season 15, Episode 13 of Supernatural, "Destiny's Child."

In the latest episode of Supernatural, Sam & Dean encounteredalternate versions of themselves with a drastically different upbringing. While these doppelgangers seemingly exited the show by the end of the episode to go to Brazil, could this set of Winchesters end up helping the pair during the series finale?

"Destiny's Child" starts off with the Winchesters seeing their alternate reality selves teleporting into the armory inside of a Fiat while "I Want You" by Savage Garden plays. The alternate universe Winchesters don't stay for long as they're immediately teleported back to where they came from. Yet, as Billie elaborates, the boys were escaping the destruction of their universe by God. The alternate universe Winchesters resurface later trying again to enter this reality, but they're stuck between worlds. The two brothers appear like ghosts on a wall trying in vain to break through the barrier keeping them in place. Once they're let loose, the differences between the AU Winchesters and the mainline ones are made apparent.

Related:Supernatural: Meet the Most Unlikable Sam & Dean Possible

The AU Winchesters lived a posh lifestyle owing to their still-alive father, John, spoiling them and turning the financially struggling hunter job into a global business empire known as "Hunter Corp." Instead of plaid shirts and craft beers, the AU Winchesters were sipping scotch, wearing lavish clothes, and flying on private jets. Yet, what shocked the mainline duo the most was that they actually got paid for hunting monsters. Though AU Sam's man bun was equally shocking.

While Sam and Dean went out to retrieve a mystical artifact, their alternate counterparts stayed at the bunker posing as them in case God showed up. At first, the two lament how simple Sam and Dean's lifestyle seems to be, yet they soon realize how independent the boys really are. AU Sam & Dean lived a life full of privileges thanks to their father and haven't fully emerged from his shadow. This sense of freedom and lack of fiduciary responsibilities is what the AU Winchesters crave. When the OG Winchesters returned successfully from their mission, their alternate counterparts ask if they can remain at the bunker. Dean quickly dismisses this as far too "weird" and angrily shoves them off to Brazil when he discovers they drove Baby.

Related: Supernatural Is Having Its Own Crisis on Infinite Earths

Though this episode was mostly about Jack and the role he'll play in the upcoming conflict, the AU Winchesters still remain on this earth. Throughout the series, there have been multiple versions of the Winchesters scattered across the multiverse. The OG Winchesters visited a world where they were mistaken for their real-life actors and plenty of worlds where the apocalypse came to pass. And even though God is wiping the slate clean on the number of worlds in the multiverse, AU Sam and Dean can't have been the only ones to have escaped God's wrath. Is Supernaturalpreparing for a "Crisis on Infinite Earths" style event that will see multiple versions of the Winchesters teaming up to fight God/Chuck?

While it's highly unlikely we'll see that kind of event for the series finale, Supernaturals' co-showrunner, Andrew Dabb promised the ending will be definitive.Supernatural co-starsJensen Ackles andJared Padalecki promised there will be a lot of ugly crying by the show's finale.

The fifteenth season of Supernatural is a celebration of the long-running series and the characters that made it must-watch television. There have been a lot of callbacks and references to past seasons, and there will be a lot more by the show's end. Supernatural has always been about finding beauty even in the darkest of times. AU Sam and Dean could possibly return by the series finale, but they'll be distracted for a while by the beaches and women in Brazil.

Airing Mondays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on The CW, the final season of Supernatural stars Jensen Ackles, Jared Padalecki, Misha Collins and Alexander Calvert.

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I Am Iron Man! Every Possible Way Robert Downey Jr Can Return To MCU As Iron Man – NationEditions

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It doesnt make a difference that Tony Stark died in Avengers: Endgame and got a saints burial service highlighting pretty much every player of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Fans, despite everything, need him back. Furthermore, as reckless as the MCU plays with the laws of time and nature, its not feasible.

In all actuality, by this point, Downey most likely wouldnt return for something besides a little job or a voiceover, yet it may be conceivable now that the multiverse has presented.

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For a long time, comic books have toyed with the concept of parallel universes referred to all in all as the multiverse circles of presence where one specific saint can carry on with their life uniquely in contrast to the great story most easygoing fans know.

For a long time, superhuman motion pictures and TV shows didnt present the idea because the innovation wasnt there, and there was an inclination that the multiverse might confound fans.

The way that Downey is playing bashful in these meetings makes me wonder if discussions as of now have occurred, and if RDJ may know thatmore Iron Man is in the cardsfor his future.

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Then again, itd be savvy of him to stand by longer, with the goal that the effect of his passing in Avengers: Endgame truly can be felt. Ought to Tony come back to the MCU after a film or two, at that point his penance to stop Thanos (Josh Brolin) will be to a higher degree a contrivance, and the passionate punch it landed will be reduced.

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‘The Flash’ Season 6 confirms the existence of Atlantis and Aquaman in the post ‘Crisis’ Arrowverse – MEAWW

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The post 'Crisis' has seen some massive changes ring in. 'The Flash' was one of the Arrowverse shows that built-up the 'Crisis on Infinite Earths' along with 'Arrow' throughout Season 6 and the aftermath of the multiverse-shattering battle has led the series in a new direction.

Barring the return of the old villains and a new mysterious organization along with the death of the Speed Force, the show dropped a crucial hint that somewhere in the post 'Crisis' exists Atlantis as confirmed by the team's genius whizkid, Cisco Ramon (Carlos Valdes). The episode, 'Death of the Speed Force' saw Cisco and Wally West (Keiynan Lonsdale) return. The former was out globe-trotting and figuring out the key changes between the pre and post 'Crisis' earth when he reveals he also visited Atlantis. There was just one setback The "Atlantean fish smell" would stick to the clothes for a while.

While that raised hopes for an Aquaman cameo, the show didn't see an appearance from one of DC's major characters just yet. Atlantis and Aquaman have a rich comic history. The city was technologically and magically advanced. In fact, it was the same magic abilities that helped them transform into amphibious species when the island nation went down to the depths of the ocean. As far as the current definition goes, Atlantis comprises of seven different kingdoms.

Meanwhile, Aquaman and Aqualad have made appearances in other DC content. Jason Momoa starred as Arthur Curry/Jason Momoa in 'Justice League' and 'Aquaman' while Drew Van Acker played Garth/Aqualad in 'Titans' Season 2. Both characters have been part of the animated series, 'Justice League' and 'Young Justice'.

Not much is known about a potential Aquaman entrance into the Arrowverse despite these Easter egg drops. While it can be safe to assume that the king of Atlantis will not definitely arrive in 'The Flash', only time will tell if The CW plans on getting the character a standalone series, especially when WB is working on an 'Aquaman' sequel starring Momoa.

What are your thoughts on a potential Aquaman cameo/show in the Arrowverse?

'The Flash' airs Tuesdays 8 pm on The CW.

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Darkseid is Showing Thanos How You REALLY Change Reality – Screen Rant

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Darkseid has been on a historic mission in the realm of DC Comics, first dying in battle, then being resurrected as a mind-controlled slave, and then being reverted into an adorably hideous baby. But come June,Darkseidmay finally reach his ultimate form, and achieve his goal of reshaping all of reality. But unlike his Marvel counterpart, Thanos... Darkseid's plan will actually work.

When it comes to threat levels in the DC Universe Darkseid ranks among the very top, having nearly conquered all sentient life multiple times. His first invasion of Earth was the crisis that initially brought the Justice League together in the rebooted New 52 continuity, and his obsession with the Anti-Life Equation has led to the deaths of thousands. But not long afterJustice League: Odyssey threw shade at Thanos' plan -- claiming any fool could see how it would fail. Which means Darkseid is after an even MORE powerful way to make it happen.

Related:Justice League Prepare For Original Final Battle In New Snyder Cut Image

Gods aren't known form being humble, but Darkseids defeat at the hands of the Anti-Monitor during the events of The Darkseid War knocked the king of evil off his pedestal, and stripped him of most of his power and nearly all of his dignity. But Darkseids will is unfathomably strong, and DCs June solicitation forJustice League: Odysseysuggests the dethroned lord of Apokolips is now on his way to conquering the Multiverse in a way he never could before--by becoming the author of all reality.

Unfortunately for those fond of evil newborns, Darkseids adventures as a Rugrat were short-lived. With the help of his daughter/surrogate mother Grail, baby Darkseid fed on the life-force of Zeuss divine bastard children to gradually grow back into adulthood. Considerably weakened, Darkseid then tricked Cyborg, Starfire, and Azrael into going on a space odyssey to return him to his seat of power. Believing themselves on a mission to restore order to the universe, the trio of Earths defenders go on an unsanctioned (and forbidden) trek through a patchwork of lost planets called the Ghost Sector. Unwitting pawns in Darkseids path to ultimate power.

Darkseids quest sends the Odyssey team on a scavenger hunt to find ancient technology that combines together to create Sepulkore, a solar system-sized version of Apokolips. With Sepulkore, Darkseid plans to ride out the galactic entropy bleeding into the Multiverse after the destruction of the Source Wall (collateral damage fromNo Justice). Though they attempted to betray Darkseid before he could complete his master plan, Darkseid transforms Cyborg, Starfire, and Azrael into twisted versions of New Gods to serve at his nightmarish command.

Related:Darkseid's TRUE Equal Isn't Thanos, It's Santa (Seriously)

However, there was an unwilling member of the team Darkseid couldnt warp to his divine will--Green Lantern Jessica Cruz. Not fitting into Darkseids plans Cruz was brutally executed, but through a freak accident involving her power ring and Darkseids omega beams her body was restored with the ability to manipulate omega energy. While fleeing Darkseids mutated horrors, Cruzs new team (comprised of Darkseids son Orion, Starfires sister Queen Blackfire, a Zamaron technician, and a vicious Red Lantern who is also a house cat) encounters yet another being hoping to bring down the New God, this one armed with a machine that can rewrite reality.

Epoch, a nonlinear being and a self-proclaimed Master of Time, plans to use a cosmic device called a revision mechanism to edit out Darkseids existence from the pages of history, one syllable at a time. And not rely on magic or mysticism to do it. DCs June solicitations hint that the second Odyssey crew will also fail to bring down the Lord of Apokolips. InJustice League: Odyssey #22(on sale June 3rd), Darkseid successfully breaches Epochs defenses and it is heavily suggested that he will claim the revision mechanism for himself. This means Darkseid will wield more power than he ever has before, as the new author of the DC Universe--able to rewrite continuity to his dark will.

Does this mean DCs Rebirth is getting the New 52 treatment? With the comic book publisher offering media outlets muddled and at times conflicting details regarding their latest big event launchGeneration 5 (or 5G for short), many speculate DC is headed for another soft reboot--not a continuity earthquake like Crisis On Infinite Earths but more like a continuity aftershock likeZero Hour. If that is the case, it is more than possible that Darkseid will play a part in retconning the timeline considering hisnew position as the Multiverses editor-in-chief.

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Dorian Black is a writer for the comic book news section for Screen Rant. Having attended San Diego Comic-Con every year since 2004, he stays current on all the latest news relating to the world of superheroes, science fiction, and high fantasy. Aside from comics, Dorian also has a passion for filmmaking, having graduated with a degree in Film and Electronic Arts from CSULB with an emphasis in production. He wrote, directed, and produced his first feature while still in college, has worked on several television pilots, and even appears in Jon Schnepps endearing documentary The Death of Superman Lives: What Happened? Dorian is currently a pop-culture news host for Nerdbot Media and a contributor for Nightmarish Conjurings.An avid cosplayer, Dorian Black can be found throughout social media hosting and managing events while masquerading as Batman, Superman, Pin-Head, Casey Jones, and SHAZAM (yes, the characters real name is Captain Marvel). He has experienced some of the wildest nerd nightlife that America has to offer, meeting some truly talented fandom-inspired innovators in the entertainment industry along the way. When Dorian is not on the clock, he is also a big fan of photographybehind the camera, in front of the camera, and photo editing on his tablet.

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Keanu Reeves Fans, Heres An Amazing News! The Actor To Appear As Ghost Rider In THIS Marvel Film – Koimoi

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A few days ago, we reported how the audience might get to see Keanu Reeves in a Marvel film. Its a dream of all the Marvel and Keanu fans to see this collaboration happen. The report mentioned that the Speed actor might play the Johnny Blaze incarnation of Ghost Rider for MCU.

The latest update will cheer all the fans! As reported by WeGotThisCovered, Keanu Reeves will be seen as Ghost Rider in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness or Doctor Strange 2. Yes, thats expected to happen for real!

Actor Benedict Cumberbatch will reprise his role as Doctor Strange in the sequel and it would be a delight to watch such amazing actors together in a grand film. The report further mentioned that the recent draft of Multiverse of Madness script confirmed Ghost Riders cameo which will be portrayed by Keanu Reeves. An official confirmation regarding the same is yet to be out.

Meanwhile, talking about Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, the story will be set post the events that happened in Avengers: Endgame. Directed by Sam Raimi, the film also stars Elizabeth Olsen as WandaVision aka Scarlet Witch. The film is set to hit the screens in the year 2021.

On the other hand, Keanu will be back in action with The Matrix 4. The film is being helmed by Lana Wachowski it is expected to hit the big screens in 2021.

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Doctor Strange In the Multiverse of Madness Cast, Plot, Trailer, Release Date And What Time Related Powers … – Pop Culture Times

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It is almost illegal in todays time to say that you are not a Marvel fan loudly. All of us are so engrossed into the Marvel universe that the stories and characters are much more than mere fiction for us. Stan Lee surely gave us a legacy to cherish forever through these enthralling superhero stories and similarly exciting characters. One of such characters is Doctor Strange who has a considerable fan following of its own.

The movie is supposed to be released on May 7 2021.

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The makers have confirmed the release date and the cast. The cast is the same as the previous part of the series, i.e. Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen and Benedict Wong. It follows the same theme as the earlier part, but the specific plot and storyline are not yet announced by the makers.

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One of the makers of the movie, Scott Derrickson, who directed the previous part, has left the film due to undisclosed reasons. There are no official announcements made yet, but it might delay the release of the movie scheduled on May 7 2021. The ongoing corona outbreak might also hamper the making of the film and delay the announcement from the expected date.

The teaser has been released, but there are no announcements regarding the trailer yet by the makers. There arent many options available to us except waiting and anticipating until the movie hits the big screen.

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Crisis: The Role Krypton’s Cameron Cuffe Would Have Played, Revealed – CBR – Comic Book Resources

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The Crisis On Infinite Earths"five-part TV series event featured numerous cameos from all across the DC Universes properties,but one that didn't make it wasCameron Cuffes Seyg-El from the canceled Krypton.

"We were actually going to have Cameron play a Kryptonian elder, said Arrow Co-Creator Marc Guggenheim on Fake Nerd Podcast, so we could play a little fast and loose with continuity if we had to.

RELATED: Krypton Star Cameron Cuffe Comments on Missing Out on Crisis

On Krypton, Cuffe plays Seyg-El, the father of Jor-El, which makes him the grandfather of both Superman and Supergirl. The show takes place prior to the planet's fated destruction, and Seyg must wrestle with this knowledge and fight against the tyranny of Zod.

Crisis provided a reason to bring in Cuffe, whether he was referred to as an El or not. His inclusion would have been enough of a link between the Arrowverses Supergirl and Superman to warrant his presence.

Guggenheimwent on to say, When Alura was basically grabbing Kal-El and Lois on Argo, to take them to the ship, we were going to have this Kryptonian elder essentially hologram in with important information about the destruction of the multiverse. So that stuff is actually written!"

RELATED: Crisis on Infinite Earths Returns in Place of New Arrowverse Episodes

While he would have appeared in the form of a hologram, it still would have beena thrill for fansto see Cuffe make this cameo. Havinga generational quasi-Super-family reunion would have added even more gravity to an already hefty story,and it might have happened if Kryptonhadn't been cancelled and Cuffe didnt have other commitments at the time.

Crisis On Infinite Earths spanned five shows: Supergirl, Batwoman, The Flash, Arrowand Legends of Tomorrow.The story required the universes seven paragons to stop the Anti-Monitor from destroying the multiverse with anti-matter waves.

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Signs of progress in Georgia COVID fight carry a caveat: Our actions – Atlanta Journal Constitution

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One of Georgias top public health experts has offered a glimmer of hope, leavening the grim news in the states coronavirus fight.

A new statistical model suggests deaths in Georgia from the novel coronavirus should peak April 23, according to Dr. Carlos del Rio of Emory University. That means infections in the state will likely reach their highest point a few days before, del Rio said.

The prediction is dependent on the resolve of Georgians to maintain their social distance, and on increased testing by the state.

I tell people my phrase is, lets erase April, del Rio said Sunday. The most important thing we can do is stay home. Staying home saves lives. I really think by early May well be fine.

In a conference call with reporters, del Rio, executive associate dean of Emory University School of Medicine at Grady Health System, said the estimated date for a peak in Georgia is based on predictions from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation. Its probably the best modeling group there is in the United States.

According to that model, the number of Georgians dying from COVID-19, the disease caused by the virus, will peak on April 23 with an estimated 84 people dying on that day.

Del Rios comments came as the latest numbers in Georgia indicate that new infections in the state are slowing down.

On Monday, for the third day in a row, the number of new coronavirus cases slowed significantly in Georgia, even as deaths continued to climb, according to the latest data released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. There are now at least 3,028 confirmed cases of the virus statewide, according to the state public health agency. One hundred Georgians have died from COVID-19.

The latest data mark a frightful new frontier the numbers of the dead are now in three figures but they represent an increase of 7.7% from Sundays cases, much less than the roughly 30% daily growth the state saw last week. However, with Georgia still rationing its limited supply of test kits to the most vulnerable, those numbers are likely not a true depiction of the viruss impact in Georgia.

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While the pace of infections eased in some places, it spiked in others.

In Albany and surrounding communities, the confirmed death toll took a dramatic turn on Monday. The total number of dead across the region includes 40 confirmed COVID-19 cases. That represents 24 confirmed deaths in Albany and Dougherty County, and 16 cases in neighboring counties, including six in Terrell and five in Lee, according to local officials.

This southwest Georgia community is the hardest hit area in the state and one of the hardest hit in the country based on population size.

Lets keep them in prayer, said Michael Fowler, the Dougherty County coroner. Because its people that you know who are falling dead. Many of them you didnt have time to say goodbye to them.

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital on Monday reported 586 positive test results across its health system in southwest Georgia.

The states largest nursing home and assisted living trade association estimates there are as many as 30 senior care facilities that have residents whove tested positive for the virus.

One of them, the Rome Health & Rehabilitation Center in North Georgia, confirmed on Monday that 11 residents have tested positive at the facility. Two residents are being treated at the hospital.

Any residents who are symptomatic are being isolated, the facility said in a statement. We recognize the especially vulnerable nature of those we serve and the staff who care for them.

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Gov. Brian Kemp continued to balk at more stringent restrictions to curb the spread of coronavirus, inspiring the leaders of Georgias most influential cities to intensify the pressure on him to take more drastic action.

Sandy Springs Mayor Rusty Paul said a consensus emerged from about 50 mayors during a Monday conference call that a statewide stay-at-home order and other policies were needed to remedy the inconsistent, confusing patchwork of policies now in place.

The more aggressive approach comes after a weekend in which city officials were confused and frustrated by a post from Kemp top aide Tim Fleming that was critical of overreach of local government officials instituting steep restrictions.

In a Facebook post late Saturday, Fleming said doomsday models of the diseases path have led to people panicking and local governments across our state overreacting.

As a result of their overreach, many small businesses will struggle and some will not reopen, Fleming said.

A growing number of mayors and county commissioners have authorized curfews, shuttered non-essential businesses and issued shelter-in-place orders in their communities. But it has led to a hodgepodge of uneven restrictions across the state that change by the day.

Powering the states efforts to curb the pandemic was the allocation of $100 million in mid-March to fight the disease. Kemp spent $20 million of that resource 10 days ago and put another $35 million into the fight Monday.

Also assisting in the effort is the University System of Georgia, which announced Monday that it will provide dozens of ventilators and hundreds of thousands of pieces of personal protective equipment from its 26 colleges and universities to help health workers fighting the coronavirus outbreak.

The states public colleges and universities announced that they will work with Kemps office, the Georgia Department of Public Health and the states emergency management agency to distribute the supplies. The equipment includes 38 ventilators, nearly 20,000 surgical and N95 respirator masks, and more than 375,000 gloves.

Staff writer Brad Schrade contributed to this article.

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Coronavirus Vaccine Update: When Will a Covid-19 Vaccine Be Ready? These Programs Are Making Progress. – Barron’s

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Social distancing can slow the spread of Covid-19, and new therapeutics could blunt its death toll, but a true return to normalcy is unlikely without a widely-available vaccine.

There are currently at least 47 vaccine programs under way, according to a list kept by the Milken Institute. Below are details on nine of the most notable. Probabilities of success are impossible to gauge, and it will only take one truly successful vaccine to effectively save the world. Here are some to keep an eye on.

Status: Human trials ongoing. First patient dosed on March 16

This is perhaps the most well-known of the Covid-19 vaccine programs. Moderna, a clinical-stage biotech that develops messenger RNA-based vaccines and therapeutics, has already begun dosing patients with its experimental mRNA-based Covid-19 vaccine. Heres an overview of the mRNA-based Covid-19 vaccine programs.

Status: Human trials to begin in April

The German biotech BioNTech is designing another mRNA-based Covid-19 vaccine. It plans to begin clinical trials of the vaccine in April. Outside of China, BioNTech is collaborating on the development of the vaccine with Pfizer. Inside China, the company is working with Fosun Pharma, a Chinese pharmaceutical company.

Status: Human trials to begin in April

Inovios Covid-19 vaccine program drew enormous attention early this year. The company is developing a DNA plasmid vaccine. Inovio says that it plans to start a clinical trial in 30 healthy volunteers in the U.S. next month.

Status: Human trials to begin in late Spring

Novavax, another small biotech that was among the first to announce a Covid-19 vaccine program, is developing a type of recombinant vaccine to prevent Covid-19. In mid-March, it said it had received $4 million to develop the vaccine from the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations, a coalition of governments and philanthropies. The company says it expects to begin testing the vaccine in humans in late spring.

Status: Human trials to begin in September

Johnson & Johnson, the worlds largest pharmaceutical company, was one of the first drug developers to announce a Covid-19 vaccine program. On Monday, the company said that the vaccine could be available for emergency use early next year, and that it will start manufacturing it immediately. The company is planning to begin testing the drug in humans by September. It said Monday it planned to make the vaccine available on a not-for-profit basis for emergency pandemic use.

Status: Expects to test in humans by end of 2020

Translate and Sanofi are collaborating on another mRNA-based Covid-19 vaccine, announced late last week. Ron Renaud, Translates CEO, said Friday he hoped to begin testing the vaccine by the end of this year, and hoped for the vaccine to be approved by the second half of next year.

Status: Expects to begin in vitro testing this summer

In addition to its collaboration with Translate, Sanofi is also working on another, previously announced Covid-19 vaccine effort, this one with funding from the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA). This program is seeking to develop a recombinant vaccine, as distinct from the mRNA vaccines, and will use Sanofis recombinant DNA platform, which has been used to develop a flu vaccine.

Status: Pre-clinical

Arcturus is working on a Covid-19 vaccine that uses a variation on the messenger RNA approach taken by companies like Moderna and Translate. It is collaborating with the Singapore-based Duke-NUS Medical School, and received a grant for the program from the Singapore Economic Development Board, a government agency.

Status: Pre-clinical

This private German company is also developing an mRNA-based Covid-19 vaccine. Drama has surrounded the company in recent weeks, including allegations that Trump administration officials tried to lure the company to move its research to the U.S., plus shuffles among its top leadership.

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