vaccine platforms

Vaccine platforms are technologies used to create vaccines that help protect against diseases. Common types include inactivated or weakened viruses, protein subunits, and messenger RNA (mRNA). Each platform works by teaching the immune system to recognize and fight off specific pathogens. For instance, mRNA vaccines provide the body with instructions to produce a harmless part of the virus, prompting an immune response without causing illness. These platforms can be adapted quickly to target various diseases, making them crucial during outbreaks and pandemics.