Veterinary vaccine development process: eLearning

 

Target audience

The course is primarily aimed at academic researchers having a basic knowledge of virology and vaccinology with more interactive learning materials provided for the early phases of vaccine development during which academia is more involved. However, as it provides a complete overview it will be helpful for anyone wishing to gain an overview of veterinary vaccine development.

Requirements and qualifications

Access to a computer with a reliable internet connection is essential. The course is prepared in English (UK).

Course description

This course provides a complete overview of the different stages of veterinary vaccine development, showing the process of developing a vaccine, how it flows from early-stage research through to commercial development and product registration. Greater awareness of the entire process spanning from early-stage research performed in academia to product development and registration likely performed by a commercial partner is aimed to bridge the knowledge gap between these two sectors.

Learning outcomes

Divided into 6 individual modules, you will be able to:

• Understand what a Target Product Profile is and how it facilitates vaccine development.
• Know key questions that should be addressed during the Discovery and Feasibility phase including important technology transfer considerations.
• Discuss the challenges faced when transferring technologies from academia to industry.
• Explain the key elements of early- and late-stage veterinary vaccine development.
• Describe the complexity of product licensing and registration.

Course modules

The course comprises of the following modules:

• INTRODUCTION
  • Introduction
  • Learning Objectives
• TARGET PRODUCT PROFILE
  • Target Product Profile
• VACCINE RESEARCH
  • Discovery & Feasibility
• VACCINE DEVELOPMENT
  • Early-Phase Development
  • Late-Phase Development
• PRODUCT LICENCING AND REGULATIONS
  • Product Licencing and Regulations
• THE PIRBRIGHT INSTITUTE
  • Vaccine Success Stories
• SUMMARY
  • Summary
  • Glossary of Terms
  • Acknowledgements