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Rational selection of antigenic targets for Group A Streptococcus vaccine: updates, challenges and opportunities

2026Open accessWollo University

Abstract

Group A Streptococcus (GAS) remains a major global health challenge, causing over half a million deaths annually. Despite nearly a century of research, no licensed vaccine is currently available, due to antigenic diversity, complex host-pathogen interactions, risk of autoimmunity and lack of clear correlates of protection. This review discusses recent advances in GAS vaccine research, highlights key challenges and outlines criteria and emerging opportunities for antigen selection.

Research topics

  • Streptococcal Infections and Treatments
  • Neonatal and Maternal Infections
  • Bacterial Infections and Vaccines

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DOI: 10.1038/s41541-026-01445-5

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