Special Topics in Vaccine Science

1 Credit.

Offers a series of seminars (4 per term) on research and access of vaccine against infectious diseases of global importance including COVID-19, emerging infections, childhood illnesses, and other important vaccine-preventable illnesses. Covers scientific, social, economic, political, and ethical dimensions of vaccine research, development and access. Includes leading vaccine experts at JHU, and from other institutions, organizations, government agencies and industry present seminars. Provides the student with an understanding of the pathways leading to development and utilization of vaccines with public health impact.