Queensland scientists develop swine flu vaccine

[FrenchieGirl]

Qld scientists develop swine flu vaccine

Updated: 18:09, Sunday June 28, 2009

Scientists at the University of Queensland say they have developed a vaccine for swine flu.

The discovery will be announced at the university's Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology Monday morning.

A spokesman says it's one of the first swine flu vaccines made, but unfortunately it can't be used in Australia yet because it's not yet registered for use in Australia.

Meantime, scientists from the Melbourne-based CSL say they have developed an effective test batch of a vaccine, but still need to conduct human trials.

The government has ruled out releasing the vaccine early, for fear of unexpected side effects.

[kezza01]

Re: Queensland scientists develop swine flu vaccine

does anyone have any updates on timelines for development of this or any other vaccination?

i am starting to do my longer-range planning for my department and want to build up a bit of timeline.....some people in my area believe that once we have a vaccine then the pandemic is over, and there will be no more need to work on this. i am trying to start preparations for a possible second wave here in australia.....