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GSK catches phase 3 fever after mRNA flu vaccine beats standard shots

Published

1 September 2026

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opportunities

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Biotech

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United States

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Read at fiercebiotech.com

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Fusion42 · 2 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

GSK's mRNA seasonal flu vaccine candidate produced higher immune responses than conventional flu shots in a phase 2 trial, prompting the company to initiate a pivotal phase 3 study. This new vaccine targets both hemagglutinin and neuraminidase, aiming to improve effectiveness over existing vaccines and capture more market share.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Biotech, and 2 sources have reported it.

◆ The Wire takeaway

You need to reposition your flu vaccine strategy as mRNA tech now pushes effectiveness expectations higher. GSK's move opens a door for improved, differentiated vaccines that demand fast trial and development adjustments.

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2 sources · 1 Sep 2026

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