Characterization of protective immunity induced against<i>Schistosoma mansoni</i>via DNA priming with the large subunit of calpain (Sm-p80) in the presence of genetic adjuvants

A. Siddiqui, Afzal; R. Pinkston, Justin; L. Quinlin, Martha; Kavikondala, V.; Rewers‐Felkins, Kathleen; Phillips, Troy; Pompa, Janet

doi:10.1051/parasite/2005121003

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Characterization of protective immunity induced againstSchistosoma mansonivia DNA priming with the large subunit of calpain (Sm-p80) in the presence of genetic adjuvants

Published in Parasite • Mar 1, 2005

Authors:

Afzal A. Siddiqui

Justin R. Pinkston

Martha L. Quinlin

Abstract

Despite advances in control via snail eradication and large-scale chemotherapy using praziquental, schistosomiasis continues to spread to new geographic areas particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. Presently, there is no vaccine for controlling this disease. We have concentrated on a functionally impor...

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Splenocyte

DNA vaccination

Biology

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