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New serological assay provides rapid, accurate testing for SARS-CoV-2 antibodies

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Using optical biosensor technology, the test provides quantitative measurements of antibodies in blood plasma in less than 20 minutes Credit: Carolyn Lagattuta Researchers at UC Santa Cruz have developed a novel serological assay for the detection of antibodies to SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.

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UAB researcher develops technology to aid COVID-19 vaccine immunity monitoring

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In advance of public vaccination, a quick and accurate COVID-19 antibody test will help determine the presence of neutralizing antibodies, the molecules that aid in protection against the virus. Credit: UAB BIRMINGHAM, Ala.

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Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine trial; Freenome secures $270 M; CRISPR treats obesity in mice; Breast cancer research updates

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The phase 1 study that is being run by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases tests three dose levels of the vaccine, mRNA-1273, given in two injections a month apart in 120 adults. Freenome secures USD 270 Million to boost its colorectal cancer blood test. White fat, in contrast, can build up and cause obesity.

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Designed antiviral proteins inhibit SARS-CoV-2 in the lab

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Computer design of synthetic proteins is creating potent, stable antivirals that block infection at least as well as monoclonal antibodies Credit: Ian Haydon/UW Medicine Institute for Protein Design Computer-designed small proteins have now been shown to protect lab-grown human cells from SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.

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Novavax COVID-19 vaccine demonstrates 90% overall efficacy and 100% protection against moderate and severe disease in PREVENT-19 Phase 3 trial

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The CDC has defined Variant of Interest (VoI) as a variant with genetic markers that have been associated with changes to receptor binding, reduced neutralization by antibodies generated against previous infection or vaccination, or predicted increase in transmissibility or disease severity. BARDA is providing up to $1.75 About NVX-CoV2373.

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US experts trial AZ’s long-acting COVID-19 antibody combination

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An international trial led by US experts is to begin testing AstraZeneca’s long-acting antibody combination therapy to treat COVID-19. It is sponsored by the US-government funded by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health.

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World AIDS Day 2023: New and Promising Treatments for HIV/AIDS

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Preclinical data demonstrated that HB-500 was well-tolerated, eliciting robust, high-quality and enduring immune responses, including antigen-specific T cells and antibodies, in non-human primates. In November 2023, Hookipa Pharma Inc., Notably, it significantly reduced viral load and clinical illness compared to a placebo.