A trehalose-based tetanus and diphtheria vaccine has passed a first human trial in 60 healthy adults, showing a safety profile and immune response comparable to approved vaccines. Larger trials and regulatory review are still needed, but the technology could reduce reliance on refrigeration in remote clinics.
(c) Ravi Roshan

Un vaccin thermostable franchit un premier essai humain

SOUTHAMPTON UNIVERSITY

Un vaccin contre le tétanos et la diphtérie fondé sur le tréhalose a passé un premier essai chez 60 adultes en bonne santé, avec une sécurité et une réponse immunitaire comparables à celles de vaccins approuvés. Des essais plus vastes restent nécessaires, mais il pourrait réduire la dépendance au froid dans les zones reculées.

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