Epstein–Barr virus (EBV) is a very common virus that infects more than 9 out of 10 adults worldwide. It is best known for causing infectious mononucleosis, sometimes called “glandular fever or mono ”, particularly when infection occurs during the teenage years or early adulthood.
EBV has also been linked to certain cancers, autoimmune conditions, and multiple sclerosis.
Once a person is infected, EBV remains in the body for life. The virus usually stays inactive (dormant), but it can reactivate from time to time, often without causing symptoms.
The study vaccine uses mRNA technology, which has been widely used and studied in COVID‑19 vaccines. mRNA vaccines provide instructions to the body that help the immune system recognise and fight a virus. The mRNA does not contain live virus and does not remain in the body.
Requirements
- Male or Female
- Healthy
- 18 - 25 years old
- BMI 18 - 40 kg/m2
- Not taking any medications
- Non-smoker, Occasional smoker or Heavy smoker
Study visits
Appointment only, 1 clinic visit