CureVac research highlights shift to mRNA technology for seasonal flu jabs

15 September 2023
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Germany-based mRNA specialist CureVac (Nasdaq: CVAC), in collaboration with UK pharma major GSK (LSE:GSK), recently announced the advancement of its multivalent valent, modified seasonal influenza mRNA vaccine candidate into Phase II clinical trials.

Germany-based mRNA specialist CureVac (Nasdaq: CVAC), in collaboration with UK pharma major GSK (LSE: GSK), recently announced the advancement of its seasonal influenza mRNA vaccine candidate into Phase II clinical trials.

The interim Phase I results reported positive safety and immunogenicity data, citing observed humoral responses in support of the selection of a vaccine candidate to proceed into Phase II testing. CureVac’s utilization of mRNA technology in the development of a seasonal influenza vaccine reflects a growing industry trend, says sector analytics firm GlobalData.

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