The golden age of vaccine development

This article from Works in Progress Magazine explores the evolution of vaccine development, from Edward Jenner's serendipitous discovery of the smallpox vaccine in 1796 to the modern era of precision vaccines. It highlights technological advancements such as the electron microscope and genome sequencing, which have enabled scientists to visualize pathogens at an atomic level and rapidly redesign vaccines. The article underscores the golden age of vaccine development we are currently experiencing, emphasizing the importance of continued investment in vaccine research for future breakthroughs.