Virus used to create experimental HIV vaccines directly impairs the immune response

Time November 15, 2007 - 5:00am Link Virus used to create experimental HIV vaccines directly impairs the immune response Description Leading efforts to create an HIV vaccine have hinged on the use of viruses as carriers for selected elements of the HIV virus. Recently, however, evidence has emerged that some of these so-called viral vector systems may undermine the immune system and should not be used for vaccine development. Now, a new study from scientists at the Wistar Institute provides strong support for the idea that some viral-vector vaccines may cause more harm than good. Source AAAS Science News Email to friendBookmark thisPrint version » login or register to post comments | 64 reads Score: 0  0 vote(s) updated every 10 min