vaccine

This Biotech Discovery May Mean You'll Never Need a Painful Flu Shot Again

Posted in Medicine on 16th Jul, 2015
by Alex Muller

Researchers in Japan have tested a new 'dissolving needle' that is basically a painless patch that you stick to your arm.

HIV vaccine approach nears human trial

Posted in Science on 21st Jun, 2015
by Alex Muller

A study indicates it is possible to trigger the antibody system, with an engineered molecule that mimics a vulnerable region of HIV, to make neutralizing antibodies.

Vaccine hope for post-traumatic stress disorder

Posted in Medicine on 17th Jun, 2015
by Alex Muller

The immune system could be key to treating, or even preventing PTSD. Research suggests that immunizing animals can lessen fear if they are later exposed to stress.

A new flu drug gives the body time to defend itself

Posted in Science on 17th Jun, 2015
by Alex Muller

Past flu-fighting drugs have targeted the virus itself. But a new drug called Vasculotide reinforces the cellular barrier in the lungs, giving the body more time to rid itself of the virus.

Even an imperfect Malaria vaccine can reduce Malaria cases by 36%

Posted in Medicine on 3rd May, 2015
by Alex Muller

Given that there were an estimated 198 million malaria cases in 2013, this level of efficacy potentially translates into millions of cases of malaria in children being prevented.