image: Prof. Pierre Van Damme is giving presentation
Credit: Korea University Medicine
On April 29th, the Vaccine Innovation Center (Director Chung Hee-Jin) of Korea University's College of Medicine successfully held a special seminar with Professor Pierre Van Damme, a world-renowned vaccine expert, at the Yoon Joo-Hong lecture room, 4th floor main building.
61 researchers joined this seminar to have in-depth discussions on the latest research trends and strategies in vaccine development and clinical trials.
Professor Pierre Van Damme is a world-renowned vaccine expert who has been selected as one of the 2025 recipient of the Park Man-Hoon Award for his contribution to lead the development of the first oral polio type 2 vaccine (nOPV2), which received emergency use authorization from WHO. The professor shared his experience of leading more than 500 clinical trials, as well as his experience of establishing and managing Vaccinopolis, a global research hub for vaccine clinical trials. He expressed his hope for active cooperation with Korean researchers, including Korea University's College of Medicine.
Director Chung Hee-Jin of the Vaccine Innovation Center said, "Tt was meaningful that through this seminar, such renowned scholar shared his precious experiences to us all. We will further enhance global cooperation at the forefront of vaccine R&D, and continue to provide practical opportunities to domestic researchers."
The Vaccine Innovation Center of Korea University's College of Medicine will continue to expand its cooperation with global experts via special seminars to invite overseas experts, becoming a leading global research hub for innovative strategies in vaccine development.