Johnson & Johnson could test a coronavirus vaccine by September

(CNN) – Johnson and Johnson announced it could test a coronavirus vaccine by September.

The company announced they have committed one billion dollars to fund vaccine research, development, and clinical testing in a partnership with the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority.

Johnson and Johnson says as the world’s largest healthcare company it feels a deep responsibility to use its resources to fight the pandemic.

Officials think the first batch of vaccines could be ready by early next year.