Nobel laureate Katalin Karikó, the scientist behind mRNA vaccine technology, shared her story of resilience and passion for science during VinFuture Week in Hanoi. Known simply as “Kate,” she spoke about how her research on mRNA began as an effort to develop new therapies, not vaccines, and how persistence turned setbacks into breakthroughs.
Karikó emphasized humility, collaboration, and inspiration for young scientists, reminding them that discovery often comes from failure. “You don’t need to be a genius,” she said. “You just need to keep going.”
This article is a condensed and translated summary (original in Vietnamese, VN) of an interview published on January 21, 2022, by CafeF.
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