Edible Vaccines

Edible vaccines mark a groundbreaking approach to immunization by harnessing plant-based resources for vaccine development. Unlike conventional injections, these vaccines are ingested through genetically modified plants. This innovative strategy aims to improve accessibility, lower costs, and streamline vaccine distribution, particularly in regions with limited resources. The edible vaccine process involves introducing a specific gene into the plant's genetic code, enabling it to produce a vaccine protein. The potential of administering vaccines orally eliminates the necessity for injections, offering a more convenient and less invasive method of immunization. Edible vaccines present notable advantages, including heightened stability, simplified transportation, and reduced reliance on cold storage. Moreover, they hold the potential to overcome challenges associated with needle-based vaccination, fostering greater acceptance and participation in immunization initiatives. Ongoing research and development in this field may herald a transformative shift in global vaccination strategies, addressing health disparities and promoting extensive immunization coverage.

Committee Members
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Duccio Medini

Duccio Medini

BioForge, United States
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Jocelyn Jakubik

Jocelyn Jakubik

Apex Pathogen Solutions, United States
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Sergey V Suchkov

Sergey V Suchkov

N.D. Zelinskii Institute for Organic Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Rosane Cuber Guimaraes

Rosane Cuber Guimaraes

Bio-Manguinhos/ Fiocruz, Brazil
IVC 2026 Speakers
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Zhujun Ao

Zhujun Ao

University of Manitoba, Canada
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Huanhuan Li

Huanhuan Li

Queen’s University Belfast, United Kingdom
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Madhu Khanna

Madhu Khanna

University of Delhi, India
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Ashish Kumar Maurya

Ashish Kumar Maurya

John Snow India, India
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Ayman H M El Deeb

Ayman H M El Deeb

Cairo University, Egypt
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Lei Chen

Lei Chen

Yikang Biotech Suzhou Co., Ltd, China

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