Harnessing Host Defenses to HIV
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The battle against HIV is beingwaged onmany fronts, fromprevention efforts to the development of new antiviral therapies. Although the body’s immune system is ultimately overcome if an infection is left untreated, there are numerous lines of host defense that, when augmented, could counter HIV’s relentless assault. This Select highlights recent advances in understanding the interplay between HIV and host cells.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Cell
دوره 155 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2013