Study finds new targets needed for vaccine to prevent herpesvirus transmission to babies

Common virus can lead to lifelong health complications; OHSU, Weill Cornell findings could inform ongoing vaccine development

By Nicole Rideout March 13, 2025 Portland, Oregon

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Study finds new targets needed for vaccine to prevent herpesvirus transmission to babies 2

In a new study, OHSU researchers Daniel Malouli, Ph.D., shown, Klaus Früh, Ph.D., and Hsuan-Yuan (Sherry) Wang, Ph.D., uncover critical insight to inform the development of an effective vaccine to block the spread of a common and potentially dangerous herpesvirus to unborn babies. (OHSU/Christine Torres Hicks)

Daniel Malouli, Ph.D. (OHSU)

Hsuan-Yuan (Sherry) Wang, Ph.D. (OHSU)

Study finds new targets needed for vaccine to prevent herpesvirus transmission to babies 1

In a new study, OHSU researchers Daniel Malouli, Ph.D., right, Klaus Früh, Ph.D., left, and Hsuan-Yuan (Sherry) Wang, Ph.D., center, uncover critical insight to inform the development of an effective vaccine to block the spread of a common and potentially dangerous herpesvirus to unborn babies. (OHSU/Christine Torres Hicks)

Klaus Früh (Frueh), Ph.D.

Klaus Früh (Frueh), Ph.D., in his lab at the Nelson Building at the Oregon National Primate Research Center. (OHSU/Christine Torres Hicks)