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BA.2.86 Omicron sub-variant shows high receptor affinity but moderate neutralization resistance

Study investigates the receptor affinity and antigenicity of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron BA.2.86 variant, revealing that it does not show higher resistance to neutralization by human sera than other recent variants. Despite its high number of mutations and receptor affinity, the variant is slightly more sensitive to neutralization than the EG.5.1 variant, warranting continued surveillance.

24 Oct 2023

Recombinant rabies virus vaccine with molecular adjuvant induces strong immune responses and protection in mice

This study aimed to improve the effectiveness of the rabies vaccine to help alleviate and eliminate the rabies epidemic.

24 Oct 2023

New consortium to build on breakthroughs in malaria research to develop P. vivax vaccines

Plasmodium vivax is the most widespread human malaria-causing pathogen with 2.5 billion people living at risk in Africa, South America, Oceania, and Asia.

24 Oct 2023

Research suggests shorter isolation periods for children with COVID-19

School policies that require students with COVID-19 to stay out of the classroom for five days are more than sufficient.

24 Oct 2023

Study reveals impact of hybrid immunity and booster vaccination on antibody waning

The decline in neutralizing antibody (nAb) titers following COVID-19 vaccination.

24 Oct 2023

University of Montana awarded $12.3 million contract to develop novel vaccine adjuvant for TB vaccine

The National Institutes of Health recently awarded a $12.3 million contract to the University of Montana to develop a novel vaccine adjuvant for use in a tuberculosis vaccine. Adjuvants are substances that boost the effectiveness of vaccines.

24 Oct 2023

Intranasal vaccination: A potent one-time solution for comprehensive COVID-19 immunity

A single-dose intranasal vaccine effectively induces robust immune responses.

24 Oct 2023

What were the reasons for COVID-19 vaccine refusal in Hong Kong?

The willingness to accept the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine and reasons for hesitancy in Hong Kong.

23 Oct 2023

CDC report highlights disparities in flu outcomes and vaccination coverage

Black, Hispanic, and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) adults in the United States are more likely to be hospitalized with flu, as well as less likely to be vaccinated against flu, according to a new CDC Vital Signs report.

22 Oct 2023

Global surge of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1

A recent study published in Nature sheds light on the complex dynamics of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 since 2021, uncovering critical shifts in the virus's behavior and providing insights for more effective mitigation strategies. The research emphasizes the importance of understanding the ecological and virological factors driving the intensified global activity of HPAI H5N1 to better prepare for and manage future outbreaks.

22 Oct 2023

Why is finding covid shots for young children still so hard?

On Sept. 12, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended the next round of covid shots for everyone 6 months and older.

20 Oct 2023

Atovaquone "chemical vaccine" for malaria could be more feasible than thought

Johns Hopkins researchers looking to develop a long-acting, injectable malaria preventive using atovaquone have shown in a new study that resistance may not be the challenge scientists thought it was, particularly when using atovaquone as a malaria preventive.

20 Oct 2023

Cervical cancer rates increasing in Appalachian Kentucky

While the overall incidence and death rates from cervical cancer have dropped in the U.S., the opposite has been occurring in Appalachian Kentucky – a steady increase. The death rate from cervical cancer in Appalachian Kentucky is now twice that of the national rate.

19 Oct 2023

Do overweight individuals exhibit reduced cardiopulmonary fitness after recovering from COVID-19?

Cardiopulmonary fitness, body composition, and persistent long COVID symptoms of individuals who had SARS-CoV-2 infections.

19 Oct 2023

Assessing COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness against long COVID

Researchers discuss SARS-CoV-2 vaccine effectiveness in preventing long COVID in fully vaccinated individuals.

19 Oct 2023

COVID-19 infection associated with increased risk of developing Guillain-Barré syndrome

Having a COVID-19 infection is associated with an increased risk of developing the rare disorder called Guillain-Barré syndrome within the next six weeks, according to a study published in the October 18, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

18 Oct 2023

Pan-coronavirus vaccine shows success in mouse studies

A vaccine designed to protect against three different deadly coronaviruses shows success in mouse studies, demonstrating the viability of a pan-coronavirus vaccine developed by researchers at the Duke Human Vaccine Institute.

18 Oct 2023

Researchers develop experimental vaccine to prevent spread of metastatic cancers to the lungs

Engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed an experimental vaccine that could prevent the spread of metastatic cancers to the lungs.

18 Oct 2023

Pregnant and addicted: Homeless women see hope in street medicine

Five days after giving birth, Melissa Crespo was already back on the streets, recovering in a damp, litter-strewn water tunnel, when she got the call from the hospital.

18 Oct 2023

Researchers receive NCI grant for the development of new pancreatic cancer therapies

Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have received an NCI grant that will provide about $10.9 million to research programs for the development of new therapies for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, the deadliest form of pancreatic cancer.

17 Oct 2023

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Vaccine News and Research

Latest Vaccine News and Research

BA.2.86 Omicron sub-variant shows high receptor affinity but moderate neutralization resistance

Recombinant rabies virus vaccine with molecular adjuvant induces strong immune responses and protection in mice

New consortium to build on breakthroughs in malaria research to develop P. vivax vaccines

Research suggests shorter isolation periods for children with COVID-19

Study reveals impact of hybrid immunity and booster vaccination on antibody waning

University of Montana awarded $12.3 million contract to develop novel vaccine adjuvant for TB vaccine

Intranasal vaccination: A potent one-time solution for comprehensive COVID-19 immunity

What were the reasons for COVID-19 vaccine refusal in Hong Kong?

CDC report highlights disparities in flu outcomes and vaccination coverage

Global surge of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1

Why is finding covid shots for young children still so hard?

Atovaquone "chemical vaccine" for malaria could be more feasible than thought

Cervical cancer rates increasing in Appalachian Kentucky

Do overweight individuals exhibit reduced cardiopulmonary fitness after recovering from COVID-19?

Assessing COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness against long COVID

COVID-19 infection associated with increased risk of developing Guillain-Barré syndrome

Pan-coronavirus vaccine shows success in mouse studies

Researchers develop experimental vaccine to prevent spread of metastatic cancers to the lungs

Pregnant and addicted: Homeless women see hope in street medicine

Researchers receive NCI grant for the development of new pancreatic cancer therapies

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