Moderna is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, known for its work in developing messenger RNA (mRNA) technology. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on creating vaccines and treatments for various diseases, including infectious diseases, cancer, and rare genetic disorders. The most notable achievement of Moderna is its COVID-19 vaccine, which was one of the first vaccines authorized for emergency use during the pandemic. This vaccine uses mRNA to instruct cells to produce a protein that triggers an immune response, helping to protect against the SARS-CoV-2 virus.