Poly-γ-glutamic acid/Alum adjuvanted pH1N1 vaccine-immunized aged mice exhibit a significant increase in vaccine efficacy with a decrease in age-associated CD8+ T cell proportion in splenocytes

Abstract Background Highly contagious respiratory diseases caused by viral infections are a constantly emerging threat, particularly the elderly with the higher risk of developing serious complications. Vaccines are the best strategy for protection against influenza-related diseases. However, the el...

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Main Authors: Jihyun Yang, Jaemoo Kim, Chaewon Kwak, Haryoung Poo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-05-01
Series:Immunity & Ageing
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12979-022-00282-z