Vaccines remain the most cost efficient way to prevent and control infectious diseases. Our research covers basic immunology, vaccine development, policy guidance and vaccine uptake.
Protective immunity refers to the immune system's ability to recognise and effectively respond to a pathogen following vaccination, preventing disease or reducing its severity.
It is the ultimate goal of vaccination, as it ensures long-term defence against specific infections.
Understanding the mechanisms and durability of protective immunity is essential for designing vaccines that provide robust and lasting protection against diseases.
Our world-leading experts develop and test vaccines against the most threatening bacterial and viral infections including tuberculosis (TB), SARS CoV-2, herpesviruses, influenza and HIV.
We use the best available evidence to guide national and regional vaccine programs. We also track vaccine safety and perform vaccine preventable disease surveillance.
Our social and behavioural researchers look at ways to reduce vaccine hesitancy and develop programs to improve vaccine uptake and coverage.
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Westmead NSW 2145
