Researchers combine MERS and rabies viruses to create innovative 2-for-1 vaccine

(University of Maryland School of Medicine) In a new study, researchers have modified a rabies virus, so that it has a protein from the MERS virus; this altered virus works as a 2-for-1 vaccine that protects mice against both Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and rabies.
Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news