As vaccine makers tackle SARS-CoV-2 variants, WHO’s Chief Scientist feels it’s important to continue immunization programs with existing vaccines. Meanwhile, the rollouts mean the safety and efficacy landscape is set to change, said participants at a recent meet

The agreement focuses on respiratory viruses, especially influenza, and includes a $225m upfront payment plus an increase in GSK’s equity investment in Vir.

After suffering a setback in its joint venture with Sanofi, GlaxoSmithKline has been dropped by another vaccine partner, Clover, as it looks for the best adjuvant for its COVID-19 candidate.

GlaxoSmithKline’s third quarter results included a 9% decline in sales in its vaccine business, but this was offset by tight cost controls and restructuring benefits; the company expects to continue investing in its pipeline and new product launches.