Blocking key protein in mice helps them resist viral infection
Posted on January 31st, 2010 by tel
Blocking key protein in mice helps them resist viral infection
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Researchers have discovered a potential new way to stimulate the immune system to prevent or clear a viral infection. By blocking the action of a key protein in the mouse immune system, they were able to boost immune “memory” in those mice — work that may one day help doctors increase the effectiveness of human vaccines designed to prevent viral infections.
Sourced from: ScienceDaily: Health & Medicine News
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