Drug Development in Infectious Diseases: Gavi and Bavarian Nordic Partnership
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 01:14
Strategic Agreement for Vaccine Access
In a significant development for drug development, Gavi (the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization) has formed an advance purchase agreement with Bavarian Nordic. This agreement aims to secure 500,000 doses of the modified vaccinia Ankara-Bavarian Nordic (MVA-BN) mpox vaccine.
Importance of Collaboration in Infectious Disease Control
- Gavi's initiative exemplifies the urgency in addressing infectious diseases.
- This partnership enhances vaccine accessibility on a global scale.
- The MVA-BN vaccine represents a critical tool in the fight against mpox.
This arrangement not only emphasizes Gavi's commitment to drug development but also reflects the collaborative efforts required among stakeholders to combat health threats effectively.
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