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Navigating Malaria Vaccine Development
This chapter explores the intricacies involved in developing malaria vaccines specifically for pregnant women, highlighting the unique challenges of ensuring vaccine efficacy in low-resource settings. It discusses the role of targeted proteins, funding complexities, and the significant contributions of organizations like the Gates Foundation to research efforts. Additionally, the dialogue covers the evolutionary aspects of malaria and the potential impacts of changing demographics, healthcare, and climate on malaria transmission.
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