Massive malaria vaccine trial shows promise for protecting young children

NCT ID NCT03855995

First seen Mar 10, 2026 · Last updated May 28, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study tested the RTS,S/AS01E malaria vaccine in nearly 78,000 young children across Sub-Saharan Africa. Researchers monitored the vaccine's safety after routine use and measured how well it prevents malaria. The goal was to see if the vaccine can be safely added to regular childhood immunization programs to reduce malaria cases.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • GSK Investigational Site

    Kintampo, Ghana

  • GSK Investigational Site

    Navrongo, Ghana

  • GSK Investigational Site

    Kisumu, 4 0100, Kenya

  • GSK Investigational Site

    Kisumu, 40100, Kenya

  • GSK Investigational Site

    Chikwawa, Malawi

  • GSK Investigational Site

    Mangochi, Malawi

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