GeoVax Labs has developed a modified vaccinia Ankara (MVA) vector to generate an immune response against hemorrhagic fever viruses like ebolavirus, Marburgvirus, and arenavirus. The vector encodes specific viral antigens, offering both prophylactic and therapeutic benefits in preventing and treating infections caused by these deadly viruses. GlobalData’s report on GeoVax Labs gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Recombinant mva vector for generating immune response to hemorrhagic viruses
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11896657B2) discloses a recombinant modified vaccinia ankara (MVA) vector designed to express Marburg virus (MARV) glycoprotein and VP40 matrix protein. The vector includes specific nucleic acid sequences under the control of promoters compatible with poxvirus expression systems, strategically located within the MVA genome to facilitate the assembly of virus-like particles (VLPs) when expressed in a host cell. The optimization of the nucleic acid sequences is achieved through codon changes, interruption of homopolymer stretches, and transcription terminator motifs using silent mutations, enhancing protein expression by MVA.
Furthermore, the patent details the specific nucleic acid sequences encoding MARV glycoprotein and VP40 matrix protein, derived from the same MARV strain, and their precise locations within the MVA genome. The recombinant MVA vector, along with the expressed proteins, has the potential to form VLPs, which could have implications in vaccine development against Marburg virus. Additionally, the patent includes claims for pharmaceutical compositions comprising the recombinant MVA vector and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, indicating potential applications in the development of therapeutic interventions against MARV infection.
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