Vaccinating against bugs often involves delivering antigens to stimulate an
immune response. Gastric acids break down antigens delivered orally, and
injected drugs can be destroyed by the liver or kidneys. So Electrofect of Oslo
is suggesting another way: injecting the antigen into muscle while pulsing a
voltage across it (WO 01/85202). Done under local anaesthetic, this creates
temporary micropores in the muscle cells which let antigens and drugs into the
cells. The pores close up again when the current flow stops.
More from ¿ìè¶ÌÊÓÆµ
Explore the latest news, articles and features
Technology
Why a Ukrainian cruise missile is flying with hobby drone hardware
News
Technology
Stealth drone spins so fast that it disappears
News
Technology
The US-China AI arms race has taken an unexpected turn
News
Technology
Peter Shor’s algorithm could break the internet – but he’s not worried
News
Popular articles
Trending ¿ìè¶ÌÊÓÆµ articles