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Moderna begins Phase 1 clinical trial of Ebola vaccine against strain behind DRC outbreak

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4 August 2026

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opportunities

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Biotech

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Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Fusion42 · 5 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

Moderna has launched a Phase 1 clinical trial in Canada for an Ebola vaccine targeting the Bundibugyo strain behind the outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with support from CEPI.

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

◆ The Wire takeaway

You must factor in rising regulatory momentum for Ebola vaccines addressing new outbreak strains as a gateway to new markets in infectious disease biotech. Early engagement with global health agencies could accelerate your clinical strategy.

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2 sources · 4 Aug 2026

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