Three projects designed to build our understanding of viruses and how the immune system reacts to different challenges will share £25m in new funding from UKRI.
The ambitious research will inform the development of new, broader and longer-lasting vaccines.
The funding is part of Tackling infections, one of UK Research and Innovation’s (UKRI) five strategic themes. These projects are just three of a number of investments in ways to investigate and better manage future infectious disease threats.
Maria Caulfield, Minister for Vaccines and Public Health said:
As we continue to learn from the pandemic, creating the next generation of vaccines is crucial to protecting the most vulnerable and managing future threats.
These projects will enhance our understanding of infectious diseases, including Covid, and how our bodies react to equip us with the best tools to fight back.
