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Tag: hiv
The fascinating science behind the first human HIV mRNA vaccine trial – what exactly does it entail?
The trial involves the most powerful human antibodies ever discovered.
‘Kick and kill’ approach cures HIV in 40% of mice
This is one of the most exciting results we've had for HIV so far.
STEM cells could lead the way towards an effective cure against HIV/AIDS
Fighting the virus is just half the battle. The other half is repairing the damage.
We finally have a vaccine that works against HIV (in early tests)
It was safe and showed efficacy for 97% of the participants in the trial.
New injectable drug both prevents and treats HIV infections
The formulation is longer-acting than current drugs and is less vulnerable to mutation-related drug resistance.
HIV sequencing from archived tissue suggests the virus crossed to humans in early 1900s
Scientists are getting closer to revealing the timeline of HIV evolution.
End of AIDS in sight — existing treatment prevents transmission of HIV
This could deal a huge blow to HIV.
HIV + tuberculosis, a deadly combination, affects over 1 million people
As if having one of the two wasn't bad enough...
A third patient might also be HIV-free
A cure is not here yet, but this certainly is promising.
Defeating HIV: second patient in history goes into sustained remission after stem cell transplant
Humanity strikes back: another win against HIV.
Promising new vaccine technology might finally end HIV-AIDS
Get lost, deadly virus.
GMO rice may hold the key to fighting HIV on the cheap
The grains can be made into a paste containing anti-HIV proteins.
HIV sexual transmission recorded live as the virus crosses the genital mucus membrane
It's strangely beautiful, even though we're talking about a dreaded pathogen.
A single injection protects monkey from HIV infections
It's not exactly a vaccine, but it's the next best thing.
Dormant, berserk antibodies could hold the key for HIV vaccine
Their nature makes them ideal against pathogens that hide from immune cells, such as HIV.
Russia on the brink of HIV crisis as AIDS denial runs rampant through the country
The country might be on the verge of a health crisis.
Computer simulation identifies HIV Achilles Heel, offering new avenue for treatment
It also showcases how powerful computer simulations can be in fighting viruses.
What’s the difference between HIV and AIDS
You shouldn't use the two interchangeably.
Child in South Africa becomes HIV free
This could be a game changer.