A <it>Schistosoma japonicum </it>chimeric protein with a novel adjuvant induced a polarized Th1 immune response and protection against liver egg burdens

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Schitosomiasis japonica is still a significant public health problem in China. A protective vaccine for human or animal use represents an important strategy for long-term control of this disease. Due to the complex life cycle of schi...

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Main Authors: Xue Xiangyang, Zhang Jingjing, Zhang Qingfeng, Sun Wei, Zhang Dongmei, Xu Xindong, Shen Luhui, Pan Weiqing
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-05-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/9/54