Chuan-Yi Zhao

A subunit vaccine protects A129 mice from death and joint swelling against lethal Chikungunya virus challenge

Introduction Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) is primarily transmitted to humans through bites of infected Aedes mosquitoes, causing febrile illness as well as acute or chronic arthritis. With increasing reports in previously non-endemic regions, it poses an emerging threat to public health and a growing risk to travelers. De...