Scientists used simple evolutionary techniques–breed the strongest performing cells–to design a new immune cell to fight HIV. The new cell will now be tested in mice.
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Why is this important? HIV causes AIDS. Globally, 25 million people have died of AIDS, and another estimated 33 million are infected with HIV.
Who is involved? Prof. Andrew Sewell led the study.
Where is this happening? Cardiff University in Wales, UK.
What can you do? Study science and support public funding of HIV research.
