HLA and Antiviral Immunity (IMAGE) Osaka University Caption Universities and medical institutions in Japan established a task force to examine genes associated with COVID-19 immune response by collecting samples from Japanese patients, aiming to apply their findings to the development of mucosal vaccine. Credit Osaka University Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.