Structure and Expression of Genes for Flavivirus Immunogens.
Abstract
Banks of cloned cDNA and specific antibodies are being used to characterize the structure and expression of the genomes of two flaviviruses, the Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) and the dengue-type 1 virus (DEN-1). Major aims of the program are to gain insight into the mechanism of viral replication, to characterize the immunopathological response of the mammalian host and to identify peptide immunogens that could be appropriate for use as an antiviral vaccine and for viral diagnosis. It will be possible to map with high resolution individual submolecular domains that define neutralizing and protective epitopes. Immunogens encompassing these elements are obvious candidates for use in vaccine development. The results also demonstrate that virus-specific and conserved epitopes defined at the virion level are also evident at the protein molecular level. This situation offers the promise of developing both specific and broadly cross-reactive antigens and antibodies for use as productive immunogens and viral diagnosis.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1985
- Accession Number
- ADA188570
Entities
People
- Maurille J. Fournier
- Thomas L. Mason
Organizations
- University of Massachusetts Amherst