New Preferred Characteristics for Monoclonal Antibodies in Malaria Prevention
Passive immunization through monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) could potentially provide immediate protection against malaria. To guide the development of urgently needed health products, WHO has published preferred product characteristics (PPCs) for mAbs in malaria prevention. These PPCs aim to reduce morbidity and mortality in infants and children due to Plasmodium falciparum, and highlight the preferred characteristics and clinical development considerations for mAbs in this area. This is an exciting development alongside the development of new malaria vaccines and chemoprevention drugs.
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