The Elusive Malaria Vaccine: Miracle or Mirage?

Brings to life all the drama of the hunt for the still-elusive malaria vaccine, by celebrating the triumphs and documenting the failures.

• Provides a unique, single-authored, comprehensive and critical review of malaria vaccines.
• Incorporates the latest scientific literature as well as viewpoints and perspectives from leaders in malaria vaccine research.
• Explains the microbiology underlying the discovery of malaria parasites.
• Helps readers understand why a successful malaria vaccine still does not exist.
• Serves as essential reading for anyone interested in infectious disease, public health, and public policy regarding malaria prevention and control.