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New Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine variant shows enhanced protection against COVID-19 hospitalization

Study demonstrates that the BNT162b2 SARS-CoV-2 XBB1.5 variant-modified vaccine significantly reduces the risk of COVID-19-related hospitalizations and ambulatory visits, outperforming previous vaccine versions in the face of evolving virus strains.

2 Jan 2024

RSV vaccines would dramatically reduce disease burden if widely adopted like flu shots

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccines recently approved for people 60 and older would dramatically reduce the disease's significant burden of illness and death in the United States if they were widely adopted like annual influenza vaccines, a new study has found.

2 Jan 2024

New vaccine strategy targets SARS-CoV-2's stable S2 subunit, offering broad protection against evolving variants

Study presents a new SARS-CoV-2 S2 subunit vaccine that elicits strong antibody responses against various sarbecovirus strains, including challenging variants like XBB.1.5, demonstrating its potential as a broadly effective and stable vaccine option.

18 Dec 2023

UVA biomedical engineer unveils hidden immune symphony during pregnancy

Sepideh Dolatshahi, an assistant professor of biomedical engineering at the University of Virginia, is spearheading an exploration of systems immunology in its crucial development phase -; during pregnancy.

15 Dec 2023

Novel immunization strategies can markedly increase mucosal immunity in nonhuman primates

The global COVID-19 vaccination campaign saved an estimated 20 million lives. However, while current COVID-19 vaccines provide protection against developing severe disease, they do little to prevent infection and transmission.

15 Dec 2023

New study reveals how travel patterns shaped COVID-19 transmission

Elucidating human contact networks could help predict and prevent the transmission of SARS-CoV-2 and future pandemic threats.

15 Dec 2023

New dry powder aerosol COVID-19 vaccine shows promise against multiple virus strains

Study introduces a novel dry powder aerosol COVID-19 vaccine, showing its effectiveness in inducing strong immune responses and offering protection against various SARS-CoV-2 strains, including Omicron.

15 Dec 2023

New study highlights the need for advanced pneumococcal vaccines in the wake of pre-COVID data

The risk factors associated with CAP caused by serotypes in the different pneumococcal vaccines.

14 Dec 2023

Nanoparticle vaccines can help fight zoonotic viral diseases

Announcing a new article publication for Zoonoses journal. Vaccines are the most promising tools for maintaining public health.

12 Dec 2023

Scientists develop new system to display epitopes in mammal cells for immunization studies

A new paper in Biology Methods & Protocols, published by Oxford University Press, indicates that researchers in Germany have developed a new system to display epitopes in mammal cells for immunization studies.

12 Dec 2023

A step forward in vaccine technology: Exploring the effects of N1-methylpseudouridine in mRNA translation

Researchers explored how the incorporation of N1-methylpseudouridine (1-methylΨ) into mRNAs affects ribosomal frameshifting and the overall fidelity of mRNA translation.

7 Dec 2023

Promising candidate medication for preventing and reversing fentanyl-induced overdose

Researchers assessed CSX-1004, a monoclonal antibody (mAb), for its efficacy in reversing fentanyl overdose based on its high affinity for fentanyl, positive animal model results, and safe pharmacokinetic profile, positioning it as a potential solution in the opioid crisis.

7 Dec 2023

New mechanism revealed for how group A Streptococcus infection reduces type 1 diabetes risk

Researchers have discovered the novel mechanism that underlies a previously reported observation that infection by group A Streptococcus bacteria reduces the risk of later developing Type 1 diabetes.

5 Dec 2023

Novel mRNA vaccine GLB-COV2-043 shows high efficacy against COVID-19 variants in early trials

The safety, efficacy, and immunogenicity of a mRNA-based vaccine.

5 Dec 2023

American Psychological Association report highlights effective strategies to combat misinformation

A recent report from the American Psychological Association reviewed the available psychological science research to explore and combat health misinformation.

4 Dec 2023

RNA-based therapy shows promise for treating leukemia in animal models

Each year, about 13,000 people in Deutschland are diagnosed with leukemia, an umbrella term that encompasses various forms of blood cancer.

27 Nov 2023

Bivalent COVID-19 boosters offer stronger protection for seniors, Australian study reveals

Study compares the effectiveness of bivalent and monovalent booster vaccines against COVID-19 mortality in individuals aged 65 and older. It finds that bivalent boosters show higher vaccine effectiveness against COVID-19 mortality, particularly for the Omicron variant, compared to monovalent vaccines.

27 Nov 2023

Immunization News and Research

New Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine variant shows enhanced protection against COVID-19 hospitalization

RSV vaccines would dramatically reduce disease burden if widely adopted like flu shots

New vaccine strategy targets SARS-CoV-2's stable S2 subunit, offering broad protection against evolving variants

UVA biomedical engineer unveils hidden immune symphony during pregnancy

Novel immunization strategies can markedly increase mucosal immunity in nonhuman primates

New study reveals how travel patterns shaped COVID-19 transmission

New dry powder aerosol COVID-19 vaccine shows promise against multiple virus strains

New study highlights the need for advanced pneumococcal vaccines in the wake of pre-COVID data

Nanoparticle vaccines can help fight zoonotic viral diseases

Scientists develop new system to display epitopes in mammal cells for immunization studies

A step forward in vaccine technology: Exploring the effects of N1-methylpseudouridine in mRNA translation

Promising candidate medication for preventing and reversing fentanyl-induced overdose

New mechanism revealed for how group A Streptococcus infection reduces type 1 diabetes risk

Novel mRNA vaccine GLB-COV2-043 shows high efficacy against COVID-19 variants in early trials

American Psychological Association report highlights effective strategies to combat misinformation

RNA-based therapy shows promise for treating leukemia in animal models

Bivalent COVID-19 boosters offer stronger protection for seniors, Australian study reveals

Half-dose COVID-19 booster elicits similar immune response with fewer side effects

Empowering oncology research: Transmembrane proteins and cutting-edge production platforms

How lawmakers in Texas and Florida undermine covid vaccination efforts

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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