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GAVI Task Force on Research and Development (R&DTF)
The GAVI Task Force on Research and Development (R&DTF) is co-chaired by
WHO, the University of Maryland and Chiron Vaccines. Objectives of the
task force include:
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Support the GAVI objectives to:
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Accelerate the development and introduction of new vaccines and
technologies
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Accelerate R&D efforts for vaccines needed primarily in developing
countries.
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Catalyse action and coordinate global initiatives for
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a limited number of disease specific programmes which can most
effectively contribute to the Task Forceís ultimate goals
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a limited number of new technologies which will improve safety,
effectiveness, utility or performance of immunization in developing
countries
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Promoting private-public sector partnerships in R&D, and involving the
private sector in R&D initiatives in developing countries
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Establishing forums for policy dialogue and information sharing.
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