Understanding The Genetic Variation Of HIV - August 2008. What Are The Implications Of The Genetic Diversity Of HIV For AIDS Vaccine Development?

From:
Department for International Development
Published
1 January 2008
Document Type:
Briefing
Theme:
Health
Authors:
IAVI

Abstract

The rapid rate at which HIV accumulates changes to its genetic code is considered. The changes enable the virus to evade the immune system. This Primer examines the research on genetic variation in HIV, how advances in technology have helped in this area and how the findings could contribute to vaccine development.

Citation

IAVI. Understanding The Genetic Variation Of HIV - August 2008.What Are The Implications Of The Genetic Diversity Of HIV For AIDS Vaccine Development? (2008)

Published 1 January 2008
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