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A detailed overview of the CAd3-ZEBOV vaccine for Ebola virus

Overview[edit]

The CAd3-ZEBOV vaccine is a candidate vaccine developed to provide immunity against the Ebola virus. It is based on a recombinant chimpanzee adenovirus type 3 (CAd3) vector that expresses the glycoprotein of the Zaire ebolavirus (ZEBOV), which is responsible for the most severe outbreaks of Ebola virus disease.

Development[edit]

The development of CAd3-ZEBOV was initiated in response to the urgent need for effective vaccines during the 2014 West Africa Ebola outbreak. The vaccine was developed by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in collaboration with the pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline (GSK).

Mechanism of Action[edit]

CAd3-ZEBOV utilizes a non-replicating viral vector to deliver the Ebola virus glycoprotein gene into the host cells. This induces an immune response by stimulating the production of antibodies and activating T-cells, which are crucial for providing protection against the Ebola virus.

Clinical Trials[edit]

The vaccine underwent several phases of clinical trials to evaluate its safety and efficacy. Initial trials demonstrated that CAd3-ZEBOV was well-tolerated and capable of eliciting a strong immune response in humans. Subsequent trials were conducted in West Africa during the Ebola outbreak to assess its effectiveness in preventing the disease.

Challenges and Considerations[edit]

While CAd3-ZEBOV showed promise in early trials, challenges such as the logistics of vaccine distribution in outbreak settings and the need for cold chain storage were significant hurdles. Additionally, the emergence of new Ebola virus strains necessitates ongoing research and potential modifications to the vaccine.

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-'''CAd3-ZEBOV''' is a [[vaccine]] developed for the prevention of [[Ebola virus disease]] (EVD), a severe and often fatal illness in humans caused by the [[Ebola virus]]. The vaccine utilizes a chimpanzee adenovirus vector (ChAd3) to deliver an Ebola virus gene to the recipient's cells, prompting an immune response without causing the disease itself. This approach is known as a viral vector vaccine.
+{{Short description|A detailed overview of the CAd3-ZEBOV vaccine for Ebola virus}}
-==Development and Mechanism==
+==Overview==
-CAd3-ZEBOV was developed through a collaboration between the [[National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases]] (NIAID), part of the [[National Institutes of Health]] (NIH) in the United States, and GlaxoSmithKline (GSK). The vaccine's development was accelerated in response to the 2014-2016 West Africa Ebola outbreak, one of the deadliest Ebola outbreaks in history.
+[[File:Ebola_virus_em.png|thumb|right|Electron micrograph of the Ebola virus]]
+The '''CAd3-ZEBOV''' vaccine is a candidate vaccine developed to provide immunity against the [[Ebola virus]]. It is based on a recombinant [[chimpanzee adenovirus]] type 3 (CAd3) vector that expresses the [[glycoprotein]] of the [[Zaire ebolavirus]] (ZEBOV), which is responsible for the most severe outbreaks of [[Ebola virus disease]].
-The vaccine works by using a modified chimpanzee adenovirus (ChAd3) that cannot replicate in human cells. This adenovirus serves as a carrier, or vector, to transport an Ebola virus gene into human cells. Once inside, the gene is expressed, and the cells produce a single Ebola virus protein. This protein is recognized by the immune system, but since it is only a single protein and not the entire virus, it cannot cause disease. The immune system's response to this protein prepares it to fight the Ebola virus if the individual is exposed to it in the future.
+==Development==
+The development of CAd3-ZEBOV was initiated in response to the urgent need for effective vaccines during the [[2014 West Africa Ebola outbreak]]. The vaccine was developed by the [[National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases]] (NIAID) in collaboration with the pharmaceutical company [[GlaxoSmithKline]] (GSK).
+==Mechanism of Action==
+CAd3-ZEBOV utilizes a non-replicating viral vector to deliver the [[Ebola virus glycoprotein]] gene into the host cells. This induces an immune response by stimulating the production of [[antibodies]] and activating [[T-cells]], which are crucial for providing protection against the Ebola virus.
 ==Clinical Trials==
-Clinical trials for CAd3-ZEBOV have shown promising results in terms of safety and efficacy. Phase I trials demonstrated that the vaccine was safe and elicited a strong immune response in healthy adults. Subsequent trials in Ebola-affected countries have further evaluated its safety, efficacy, and optimal dosing.
+[[File:Ebola_virus_em.png|thumb|left|Ebola virus particles]]
+The vaccine underwent several phases of clinical trials to evaluate its safety and efficacy. Initial trials demonstrated that CAd3-ZEBOV was well-tolerated and capable of eliciting a strong immune response in humans. Subsequent trials were conducted in [[West Africa]] during the Ebola outbreak to assess its effectiveness in preventing the disease.
-==Usage==
+==Challenges and Considerations==
-CAd3-ZEBOV is intended for use in individuals at high risk of Ebola exposure, including healthcare workers, laboratory personnel, and those living in or traveling to areas where Ebola outbreaks occur. The vaccine is part of a broader strategy to control and prevent Ebola outbreaks, alongside traditional measures such as isolation of cases, contact tracing, and proper infection control practices.
+While CAd3-ZEBOV showed promise in early trials, challenges such as the logistics of vaccine distribution in outbreak settings and the need for cold chain storage were significant hurdles. Additionally, the emergence of new [[Ebola virus strains]] necessitates ongoing research and potential modifications to the vaccine.
-==Challenges and Future Directions==
+==Related pages==
-While CAd3-ZEBOV represents a significant advance in the fight against Ebola, several challenges remain. These include understanding the duration of immunity provided by the vaccine, its effectiveness in children and immunocompromised individuals, and logistical issues related to vaccine distribution in resource-limited settings. Ongoing research and development efforts aim to address these challenges and improve the vaccine's accessibility and impact.
-==See Also==
 * [[Ebola virus disease]]
-* [[Vaccine]]
 * [[Viral vector vaccine]]
-* [[National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases]]
+* [[Zaire ebolavirus]]
-* [[GlaxoSmithKline]]
+* [[2014 West Africa Ebola outbreak]]
 [[Category:Vaccines]]
 [[Category:Ebola]]
-[[Category:Viral vaccines]]
+[[Category:Viral vector vaccines]]
-[[Category:Medical research]]
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