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Promising personalized approach to liver cancer therapy made possible by DNA-based neoantigen research designed at the Wistar Institute

A new clinical trial demonstrates a novel, personalized neoantigen vaccine therapy showed promising anti-tumor efficacy in patients with liver cancer who failed their original front-line treatment. The therapy induced potent induction of T cell immunity and regressed tumors in preclinical model studies.

SourceThe Wistar Institute·JournalNature Medicine·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateApr 30, 2024

DNA vaccine against zika performs well in tests on mice

Researchers have developed a DNA vaccine against zika virus that induces a strong immune response and protects mice from the virus. The vaccine uses genetic engineering to encode specific viral proteins and stimulates an adaptive immune response, with high levels of neutralizing antibodies produced.

SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalFrontiers in Immunology·DateApr 18, 2024
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Elenagen, a novel DNA immunotherapy for the deadliest form of ovarian cancer, delays disease progression

Researchers created Elenagen, a novel DNA immunotherapy for deadly ovarian cancer, which significantly enhances standard chemotherapy and provides clinical benefits. The study shows that Elenagen delays disease progression in patients with stage III and IV platinum-resistant ovarian cancer.

SourceCureLab Oncology Inc.·JournalFrontiers in Oncology·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateFeb 22, 2024

HKUMed achieves breakthrough in developing the PD-1-enhanced DNA vaccine for over 6-year cART-free AIDS prevention and virologic control

Researchers at HKUMed developed a PD-1-enhanced DNA vaccine that induces sustained virus-specific CD8+ T cell immunity in an AIDS monkey model. The vaccinated monkeys remained free of AIDS for six years without cART, demonstrating the potential of this strategy as a third-generation DNA vaccine for AIDS prevention and immunotherapy.

SourceThe University of Hong Kong·JournalMicrobiology Spectrum·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 19, 2024

COVID-19: a respiratory vaccine effective in mice

A new respiratory vaccine has been shown to provide complete protection against lethal SARS-CoV-2 challenge in mice. The vaccine uses a DNA encoding a viral protein and is delivered through the mucous membranes, targeting immune cells in the nose and lungs.

SourceCNRS·JournalBiomaterials·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 16, 2022

Rutgers scientists produce “DNA virus vaccine” to fight DNA viruses

Researchers have developed a new approach to stopping viral infections using a live-attenuated DNA virus vaccine. The method employs centanamycin to generate an altered virus that can't reproduce inside cells, stimulating the host's immune system to recognize and eliminate the invading virus particles.

SourceRutgers University·JournalCell Reports Methods·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 18, 2022
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New generation of corona vaccine shows promising results

Researchers developed a DNA vaccine containing multiple parts of the virus, including ones that don't mutate as frequently. The vaccine protected mice against serious infection from the beta variant and activated immune cells recognizing the coronavirus found in bats.

SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalEMBO Molecular Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 24, 2022

Wistar scientists move HIV vaccine research forward by developing an immunogen that produces tier-2 antibodies—the kind that matter for combatting HIV

Researchers at The Wistar Institute have developed a DNA-encoded immunogen that produces tier-2 neutralizing antibodies in mice, opening up new possibilities for HIV vaccine development. The study demonstrates the potential of using native-like trimer to generate broadly neutralizing antibody responses.

SourceThe Wistar Institute·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 4, 2022

Mechanism for DNA invasion of adenoviral Covid-19 vaccines discovered

A new study reveals the sophisticated mechanism by which adenoviruses infect human cells and transfer foreign DNA into their nucleus. Protein V plays a crucial role in increasing the virus particle's stability and preventing premature DNA release, which triggers an anti-viral alarm system.

SourceUniversity of Zurich·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 21, 2021
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DNA vaccines for COVID-19 effective in mice, hamsters

Researchers developed a DNA vaccine encoding SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, which induced long-lasting antibodies in mice and hamsters. The vaccine showed protective efficacy against COVID-19 infection in hamsters, with no loss of body weight or viral RNA in their lungs.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases·DateMay 27, 2021

Wistar creates a new synthetic DNA vaccine against Powassan virus

Scientists at The Wistar Institute have developed a synthetic DNA vaccine against Powassan virus, which causes a deadly tick-borne disease with neurological consequences. The vaccine elicits broad immune responses in mice and provides protection in a challenge animal model.

SourceThe Wistar Institute·JournalPLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases·DateOct 30, 2020

Detection of oral HPV DNA in teen, young adult females

Researchers detected oral HPV DNA in 6.2% of teen and young adult female participants, with detection decreasing over time since becoming sexually active. The study suggests that the HPV vaccine is less effective against certain types of oral HPV in vaccinated individuals compared to those who are fully unvaccinated.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateOct 25, 2019
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Engineered DNA vaccine protects against emerging Mayaro virus

Researchers have developed a novel DNA vaccine capable of inducing protective immunity against the Mayaro virus, which causes fever, rash, and joint pain. The vaccine demonstrated complete protection from death and clinical signs of infection in a mouse model, offering a promising solution for combating this emerging infectious disease.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases·DateFeb 7, 2019

Engineered DNA vaccine protects against emerging Mayaro virus infection

A novel synthetic DNA vaccine targeting the Mayaro virus envelope protein provides complete protection from disease in preclinical studies. The vaccine induces potent protective and virus-specific immune responses, including neutralizing antibodies and cellular responses.

SourceThe Wistar Institute·JournalPLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases·DateFeb 7, 2019

Novel DNA vaccine design offers broad protection against influenza-A H3N2

Researchers developed a novel DNA vaccine that protected mice against multiple H3N2 viruses and severe illness, offering a promising approach to elicit an immune response against diverse strains. The vaccine strategy represents a step forward in eliminating the need for seasonal reformulation of influenza vaccines.

SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalHuman Gene Therapy·DateOct 18, 2018
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A collaborative development of a dengue vaccine candidate

A collaborative development of a dengue vaccine candidate has been announced by Institut Pasteur, BioNet-Asia and In-Cell-Art. The project aims to develop a single injection containing diverse antigens that vary in key positions to induce immune responses with unprecedented breadth and potency.

SourceInstitut Pasteur·DateJun 20, 2018
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One step closer to a DNA vaccine against dengue virus

A recent study published in Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology has made significant progress in developing a DNA vaccine against the dengue virus. Researchers have successfully induced persistent humoral and cellular immune responses in mice, providing efficient protection against lethal challenge from one of the four ser...

SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology·DateJun 29, 2017

Nanoparticle-based method shows promise in DNA vaccine delivery

Scientists develop a nanoparticle-based method for delivering therapeutic molecules into cells, enabling the induction of strong immune responses against various viruses and diseases. The technique, which harnesses electrically activated gold nanoparticles, demonstrates safety and efficacy in animal studies.

SourceBrigham and Women's Hospital·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·DateDec 19, 2016
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Zika vaccines protect mice from infection

Two experimental Zika vaccines fully protected mice from infection, even after four weeks without inoculation. The DNA and inactivated virus vaccines induced virus-specific antibodies, correlating with protection against infection.

SourceNIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases·JournalNature·DateJun 28, 2016

A hybrid vehicle that delivers DNA

A new hybrid vehicle has been developed to deliver DNA vaccines that can fight HIV, cancer, influenza, and other diseases. The technology improves the delivery of genes to the immune system, increasing its effectiveness in treating major illnesses.

SourceUniversity at Buffalo·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 25, 2014
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A new DNA vaccine induces a Th2 immune response in Alzheimer's disease mice

A new DNA vaccine, p(Aβ3–10)10-C3d-p28, was developed to induce a Th2 immune response against amyloid-beta in Alzheimer's disease mice. The vaccine successfully elicited high titers of anti-amyloid-β antibodies and shifted the cellular immune response towards a Th2 phenotype.

SourceNeural Regeneration Research·JournalNeural Regeneration Research·DateOct 28, 2013

A nanotech fix for nicotine dependence

Researchers at Arizona State University are developing a new DNA nanostructure-based vaccine to combat nicotine dependence. The approach uses precision control over the placement of antigenic components to stimulate an immune response and recruit antibodies capable of binding with nicotine, potentially improving efficacy and safety.

SourceArizona State University·DateJul 1, 2013

A safer way to vaccinate

Researchers at MIT have developed a new type of vaccine-delivery film that gradually releases DNA coding for viral proteins, potentially overcoming safety risks and improving effectiveness. The film is implanted under the skin using microneedles and degrades over time, releasing the vaccine over days or weeks.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Materials·DateJan 28, 2013
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Scientists explore new class of synthetic vaccines

Researchers at Arizona State University develop first vaccine complex that can be delivered safely and effectively by piggybacking onto self-assembled, three-dimensional DNA nanostructures. The vaccine complexes trigger a robust immune response up to 9-fold higher than traditional methods.

SourceArizona State University·JournalNano Letters·DateJul 25, 2012

IADR/AADR publish study on dental caries vaccine

Researchers demonstrate that an anti-caries DNA vaccine, pGJA-P/VAX, combined with a Salmonella protein adjuvant, enhances saliva IgA responses and protects against dental caries. The study shows that the adjuvant promotes specific immunoglobulin A responses in saliva and offers better protection against caries.

SourceInternational Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research·JournalJournal of Dental Research·DateOct 25, 2011

Priming with DNA vaccine makes avian flu vaccine work better

Researchers found that a DNA vaccine expressing a key H5N1 protein enhanced the immune response to an H5N1 avian influenza vaccine. The prime-boost regimen produced high levels of protective antibodies and broadly neutralizing antibodies against the HA stem, a region relatively constant across many strains of influenza viruses.

SourceNIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases·JournalThe Lancet Infectious Diseases·DateOct 3, 2011
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GEN reports on advances in DNA vaccine delivery and production

Scientists have made significant progress in developing effective delivery systems and efficient biomanufacturing strategies for DNA vaccines. Novel methodologies have emerged, including transdermal patches, electroporation, and plasmid purification techniques.

SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalGenetic Engineering & Biotechnology News·DateSep 1, 2011

This faster-growing E. coli strain's a good thing

Researchers have developed a faster-growing E. coli strain suitable for mass production of high-quality DNA for vaccines and gene therapy. The modified strain retains useful traits while growing as quickly as other industrial strains.

SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·JournalApplied and Environmental Microbiology·DateNov 11, 2010

Human clinical trial of DNA-MVA HIV vaccine candidate begins

A Phase I study has begun to evaluate a combination DNA prime/MVA vector boost vaccine regimen to protect against diverse subtypes of HIV-1. The study will enroll 92 participants and test two intramuscular delivery methods for the DNA prime, Biojector 2000 and CELLECTRA EP, to compare their effects on immune response.

SourceHenry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine·DateSep 28, 2010
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GEN reports on the promise of DNA vaccines

Advances in DNA vaccine technology have led to improved efficacy and effectiveness compared to traditional vaccines. New approaches in electroporation and vector design are driving growth in the field, with several promising therapeutic vaccines being developed.

SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalGenetic Engineering & Biotechnology News·DateApr 19, 2010

New type of vaccines deliver stronger and faster immune response

The InVacc platform generates vaccines with enhanced properties, triggering a broader immune response and enabling faster protection against deadly diseases. The platform overcomes limitations of traditional DNA vaccines by decoding genetic material and presenting antigens to the immune system.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen·DateNov 24, 2008

Penn animal study identifies new DNA weapon against avian flu

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine have developed a potential new way to vaccinate against avian flu by using synthetic DNA vaccines that induce broad immune responses against pandemic flu. This approach could allow for quick mobilization during an epidemic and has implications for non-avian types of flu.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Medicine·JournalPLOS ONE·DateJul 1, 2008
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JCI online early table of contents: March 6, 2008

New DNA vaccine technology targets DCs for enhanced immune response; studies in mice show improved protection against viruses and potential applications for cystic fibrosis modeling. Genetic manipulation creates large animal models of CF, providing new avenues for disease research.

SourceJCI Journals·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·DateMar 6, 2008

Pinpoint accuracy: DNA vaccines that home in on DCs are more potent

New DNA vaccine data identified in mice shows increased immune response by targeting HIV protein gp41 to DCs with a single-chain Fv antibody. This approach induced stronger T cell responses and protected mice from the virus more efficiently than current DNA vaccines.

SourceJCI Journals·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·DateMar 6, 2008

Tattooing improves response to DNA vaccine

Researchers have found that tattooing is a more effective way of delivering DNA vaccines than intramuscular injection, producing stronger humoral and cellular immune responses. This method could have a role in routine vaccination of cattle or delivering therapeutic vaccines to humans.

SourceBMC (BioMed Central)·JournalGenetic Vaccines and Therapy·DateFeb 6, 2008

Penn researchers find monkeys able to fend off AIDS-like symptoms with enhanced HIV vaccine

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine have discovered that an immune system gene can enhance a vaccine used to study HIV in macaque monkeys, providing greater protection against simian HIV. The study found that the addition of Interleukin-15 boosts the effects of a vaccine derived from the DNA of simian HIV.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Medicine·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 20, 2007
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NIAID DNA vaccine for H5N1 avian influenza enters human trial

A human trial of a DNA vaccine designed to prevent H5N1 avian influenza infection began in December 2006. The vaccine instructs human cells to make proteins that act as a vaccine against the virus, providing broad immune responses without infectious material.

SourceNIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases·DateJan 3, 2007

Progress made in HIV vaccine development

Two candidate vaccines have shown promise in a recent study, demonstrating an immune response in healthy adults and inducing positive CD4 T cell responses. The combination of DNA priming and rAd5 boosting may lead to higher levels of T cell responses and improved vaccine efficacy.

SourceInfectious Diseases Society of America·JournalThe Journal of Infectious Diseases·DateNov 10, 2006
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NIAID begins clinical trial of West Nile virus vaccine

The experimental DNA vaccine is composed of a small piece of DNA that contains genes coding for two key surface proteins of the West Nile virus. In the study, 15 healthy volunteers will receive three injections of the vaccine into the upper arm to monitor their immune response.

SourceNIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases·DateApr 18, 2005

Experimental smallpox DNA vaccine protects primates from lethal monkeypox

Researchers developed a DNA vaccine that protected nonhuman primates from both smallpox and monkeypox, offering a safer alternative to existing live virus vaccines. The vaccine used four genes from vaccinia virus and was shown to elicit a robust immune response in primates.

SourceUS Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases·JournalJournal of Virology·DateApr 27, 2004

NIAID vaccine protects against SARS virus infection in mice

The NIAID-developed DNA vaccine significantly reduced SARS virus levels in infected mice, with antibodies alone responsible for the dramatic reduction. This breakthrough demonstrates the effectiveness of a novel vaccine approach against SARS, paving the way for future human clinical trials.

SourceNIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases·JournalNature·DateMar 31, 2004

DNA vaccine protects against anthrax

A DNA vaccine has been shown to protect against anthrax, with the protective antigen (PA)-based vaccine proving more effective than the lethal factor (LF)-based vaccine. The study found that immunization with PA induces antibodies capable of neutralizing toxin and conferring protection.

SourceAmerican Society for Microbiology·DateMar 9, 2004
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Stanford research shows targeted DNA vaccine may reverse autoimmune disease

Researchers at Stanford Medicine developed a targeted DNA vaccine that can predict and treat autoimmune diseases like M.S. by analyzing antibody profiles. The vaccine uses tolerization to knock out harmful immune responses while leaving the rest of the system functional, offering new hope for personalized therapies.

SourceStanford Medicine·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateAug 10, 2003

Microscience to license vaccine delivery technology

The University of Maryland Biotechnology Institute has licensed its DNA Bactofection technology to Microscience, enabling the delivery of DNA vaccines for viral diseases and cancers. Microscience will use the technology to develop a range of DNA vaccines, including those for typhoid, travellers' diarrhea, and hepatitis B virus infection.

SourceUniversity of Maryland Biotechnology Institute·DateSep 5, 2002