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Who are scientists who develop vaccines?
vaccinologists
Are there vaccines against parasites?
Vaccines against parasites are limited compared to vaccines against viruses and bacteria. Some examples include vaccines against malaria, such as Mosquirix. Research is ongoing to develop more vaccines against parasitic infections like hookworms and schistosomiasis.
How did people develop immunity to a disease before the development of vaccines?
They acquired it by becoming infected but surviving the infection.
What vaccines or injections did Pasteur develop?
Pasteur created and tested vaccines for diphtheria, cholera, yellow fever, plague, rabies, anthrax, and tuberculosis.
Who is the French scientist who used his knowledge of germs to develop vaccines against anthrax and rabies?
Louis Pasteur
Do vaccines interfere with they immune system?
No, vaccines do not interfere with the immune system. In fact, they work by stimulating the immune system to produce an immune response and develop a memory of the pathogen, so that it can quickly recognize and fight off the actual infection in the future. Vaccines help strengthen and train the immune system to better protect against specific diseases.
How can genomic sequencing help to develop vaccines?
Genomic sequencing can help identify specific genetic sequences in pathogens that can be targeted by vaccines. By understanding the genetic makeup of a pathogen, researchers can create more effective vaccines that produce a targeted immune response. Genomic sequencing also helps in monitoring the evolution of pathogens, allowing for the development of updated vaccines to combat new strains.
Can antigenic proteins from certain pathogen be used for vaccines?
Yes, antigenic proteins from specific pathogens can be used to develop vaccines. These proteins can stimulate the immune system to produce antibodies and memory cells that can recognize and protect against future encounters with the pathogen, thereby providing immunity.
What are edible vaccines?
Edible vaccines are vaccines produced in plants genetically modified through bioengineering.
Do vaccines cause AIDS?
Vaccines do not cause AIDS.
Can you get smallpox more than once?
No. After you get a disease like smallpox, your body is able to develop permanent defenses against it. This makes you "Immune" to the disease. This is the principle on which vaccines work.
Why does HIV mutate so rapidly, leading to challenges in developing effective treatments and vaccines?
HIV mutates rapidly because it has a high rate of genetic variation. This makes it difficult to develop effective treatments and vaccines because the virus can quickly evolve to evade the immune system and resist drugs.
