Vaccination in the Elderly

Aging immune systems respond differently to immunization, making vaccination in the elderly a distinct and growing area of focus. Reduced immunogenicity, comorbidities, and polypharmacy complicate both vaccine design and administration in this population. Research is exploring adjuvanted formulations, higher antigen doses, and novel platforms to overcome immunosenescence. Vaccines for influenza, pneumococcus, and shingles have shown success, but broader protection is needed as longevity increases worldwide. Tailored approaches, including personalized schedules and booster regimens, are gaining attention. With rising elderly populations globally, vaccination in the elderly plays a vital role in reducing disease burden, healthcare costs, and age-related vulnerability.

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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