A novel MVA vectored Chikungunya virus vaccine elicits protective immunity in mice.

Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) is a re-emerging arbovirus associated with febrile illness often accompanied by rash and arthralgia that may persist for several years. Outbreaks are associated with high morbidity and create a public health challenge for countries affected. Recent outbreaks have occurred i...

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Main Authors: James Weger-Lucarelli, Haiyan Chu, Matthew T Aliota, Charalambos D Partidos, Jorge E Osorio
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2014-07-01
Series:PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC4109897?pdf=render