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The Next Generation of Vaccine Mega Trials

PPD

In the realm of vaccine development, mega trials — studies enrolling 5,000 subjects or more — have been instrumental in the fight against many pathogens, including influenza, rotavirus, malaria, RSV and most recently in the rapid development of vaccines against COVID-19.

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The Long Road to End Tuberculosis

Codon

Even after microbiologists discovered the bacterium that causes the illness in 1882, it wasn’t until the 1920s that researchers were able to develop a vaccine for TB. These breakthroughs have significantly curbed cases, with vaccination reducing the odds of death by 74 percent. tuberculosis , to develop the vaccine.

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One dose or two? What the debate about COVID vaccination teaches us about science – and its limitations

DrugBaron

Over the past week a furious debate has broken out over the merits of delaying the second dose of the approved COVID vaccines, to increase the number of people who can be given a single dose. The case against doing so is clear: the labels of the approved vaccines are unambiguous that two doses should be given within a certain time window.

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Top Russian doctor quits over questionable ethics that rushed through coronavirus vaccine

The Pharma Data

Professor Alexander Chuchalin has quit the Russian Health Ministry’s ethics council due to the quick approval process for the country’s coronavirus vaccine. Many countries have criticised Russia pursuit for a COVID-19 cure, which has skipped Phase 3 trials before giving the vaccine regulatory approval. Safety always comes first.

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The Vaccine Development Landscape and Its Associated Challenges

DrugBank

Vaccines have consistently demonstrated their efficacy in protecting people from infectious diseases. Yet, the recent COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the obstacles that are inherent today in the development of vaccines. Stabilizers play a crucial role in maintaining the vaccine's potency and integrity throughout its shelf life.

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AZ resumes trial of COVID-19 vaccine

The Pharma Data

. AstraZeneca has confirmed that clinical trials assessing its Oxford University partnered coronavirus vaccine AZD1222 have resumed in the UK, following a green light by the Medicines Health Regulatory Authority (MHRA). AZD1222 was co-invented by the University of Oxford and its spin-out company, Vaccitech.

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U.S. COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Enrolls 30,000

The Pharma Data

COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Enrolls 30,000. 22, 2020 — The first company to start a phase 3 trial of a COVID-19 vaccine reached its target of enrolling 30,000 participants, CNN reported Thursday. Half of the participants were given the vaccine and half received a placebo. trial in August. Professional.

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