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HIV Vaccine Ready For Clinical Trials

Posted by Zonk on from the go-science-go-science dept.

amigoro writes with the happy news that a possible vaccine against HIV is nearing readiness for clinical trials. The compound could provide a 'double whammy' by not only inoculating the patient against future infection, but destroying an HIV infection in progress. "The vaccine is an artificial virus-like particle whose outer casing consists of the TBI (T- and B cell epitopes containing immunogen) protein constructed by the researchers combined with the polyglucin protein. This protein contains nine components stimulating different cells of the immune system: both the ones that produce antibodies and the ones that devour the newcomer."

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  1. But what if youv got the AIDS? by CodyRazor · · Score: 4, Funny

    ...not HIV but full blown aids?

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  2. Shweet by Aqua+OS+X · · Score: 5, Funny

    Slashdot: Curing AIDS once a month since 1997.

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    1. Re:Shweet by EnsilZah · · Score: 5, Funny

      Don't be silly, Slashdot doesn't cure AIDS.
      It just reduces your chances of exposure.