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University of Queensland restarts vaccine trials after HIV false positives

Yolanda Redrup
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Almost two years after abandoning its COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials thanks to false positive HIV test results, the University of Queensland has re-engineered its “clamp” technology and will start new trials.

The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovation (CEPI) will fund the so-called “proof-of-concept” human trial, providing up to $8.5 million. This follows the Queensland government providing $10 million to help the university redesign its vaccine.

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Yolanda Redrup is the editor of the AFR Rich List. She previously reported on technology, healthcare and Street Talk. Connect with Yolanda on Twitter. Email Yolanda at yolanda.redrup@afr.com

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