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A genetically attenuated malaria vaccine candidate based on P. falciparum b9/slarp gene-deficient sporozoites
19 Nov 2014
Abstract excerpt
A highly efficacious pre-erythrocytic stage vaccine would be an important tool for the control and elimination of malaria but is currently unavailable. High-level protection in humans can be achieved by experimental immunization with Plasmodium falciparum sporozoites attenuated by radiation or under anti-malarial drug coverage. Immunization with genetically attenuated parasites (GAP) would be an attractive...
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