We lead high quality, independent vaccine research to inform safe, effective and trusted immunization programs for all. The Center is jointly supported by BC Children's Hospital Research Institute and the University of British Columbia.
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The Vaccine Evaluation Center (VEC) is Canada’s first academic center for independent vaccine research and an international leader in vaccinology research. The Center is jointly supported by BC Children's Hospital Research Institute and the University of British Columbia and has close affiliations with other immunization and public health researchers in British Columbia, across Canada and internationally.
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