mRNA Vaccines: Design Principles, Mechanisms, and Manufacturing—Insights From COVID‐19 as a Model for Combating Infectious Diseases

Feb 24, 2025Biotechnology journal

How mRNA Vaccines Work, Are Made, and Lessons from COVID-19 for Fighting Infectious Diseases

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Abstract

The approval of two SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccines has accelerated the development of numerous candidates targeting infectious diseases and cancer.

  • mRNA vaccines allow for rapid, safe, and versatile manufacturing while generating strong immune responses.
  • Advancements in modified nucleotides and lipid nanoparticle systems enhance the potential of mRNA vaccines.
  • Significant improvements in vaccine efficacy, stability, and immunogenicity are still needed.
  • The review highlights mRNA vaccine candidates developed since the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges from emerging variants.
  • Current strategies to address challenges posed by SARS-CoV-2 variants are discussed, including the potential for broad-spectrum vaccines.

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