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January 2000 Cover
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Scientists in South Korea have reported a breakthrough in developing DNA vaccines to protect against HIV in humans. A research team at Pohang University of
Science and Technology has created a vaccine that completely protected monkeys against SIV-239. According to the scientists, the vaccine boosted the monkeys' antibodies
to the virus and generated immune responses. Professor Sung Young-Chul said that the vaccinated monkeys showed signs of infection in the early phases of the experiment, but the vaccine later was able to keep viral levels under control. Researchers note that it is too soon to know whether the vaccine will help humans fight AIDS, and further trials are needed.
Editor's Note: from wire service reports
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