Vaccines: from smallpox to technologies of the future

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Free Online Course: Vaccines: from smallpox to technologies of the future provided by edX is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 6 weeks long, 3-5 hours a week. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from edX. Vaccines: from smallpox to technologies of the future is taught by Johan Neyts, Corinne Vandermeulen, Steven Van Gucht, Marta Romano, Isabelle Desombere, Nico Vandaele, Catherine Decouttere, Marc Van Ranst, Anthony R. Fooks and Ashley C. Banyard.

Overview
  • Do you want to broaden your knowledge on vaccinology or get a first well-balanced introduction to different aspects of the vaccine field? Then tune in for this MOOC!

    Do you know vaccines have proven to be one of the most powerful and effective ways of reducing morbidity and mortality and even eradicating diseases? Within this MOOC, we will elaborate on the burden of some infectious diseases. Besides the history of vaccines and the impact on mankind, a module will be dedicated to vaccine immunology.

    You will learn more about the different stages in vaccine development and the (sometimes) troublesome path to reach those most in need. Big steps forward have been made, but there are still challenges to tackle, including the recent vaccine hesitancy leading to a worrisome reduction in vaccination rates.

    A novel vaccine platform technology, named PLLAV (i.e. plasmid-launched live-attenuated viral vaccine) will be highlighted as well.

    This MOOC is aimed at all stakeholders in the vaccine field like students, parents, scientists, NGOs, politicians and many more.