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Experimental Zika vaccine reveals T cells can drive protection without antibodies
Zika virus has been spreading for decades, but it first grabbed worldwide headlines in 2016.
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An experimental Zika vaccine showed that T cells alone can provide protection, even in the absence of antibodies. The study, published in August 2026, demonstrated that the vaccine induced a robust cellular immune response that protected mice from Zika virus challenge. The findings suggest that T‑cell immunity could be a viable strategy for future Zika vaccine development.
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