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Moderna advances Bundibugyo ebolavirus vaccine trials in Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Moderna announced that its investigational mRNA vaccine candidate, mRNA-1469, targeting Bundibugyo ebolavirus (BDBV), is advancing into a Phase 2/3 efficacy study in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This recommendation followed an October 22 review of evidence by the World Health Organization's Technical Advisory Group on Candidate Vaccine Prioritization. The Phase 2/3 Tumaini study is being conducted as part of the DRC government's response to the Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak.

From newjerseytelegraph.com

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The advancement of mRNA-1469 into large-scale trials supports the application of mRNA technology against emerging infectious diseases. Successful evaluation of the vaccine could lead to future commercialization and contracts for the biopharmaceutical company.

From newjerseytelegraph.com

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    Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention could see increased funding or contracts related to regional health crisis response.

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    Uganda might see increased demand for medical supplies or clinical trial services.

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