CRISPR Ends HIV Permanently

Researchers have reached a significant breakthrough in the battle against HIV by creating a CRISPR-based therapy that eliminates HIV DNA from infected human cells and stops the virus from re-emerging. This innovative method directly targets the viral genetic material, successfully removing HIV from the cell’s genome and preventing its replication.

In laboratory experiments, the treated cells exhibited no signs of the virus returning, suggesting a potential route toward a permanent cure for HIV, a condition that has impacted millions worldwide. Unlike conventional antiretroviral therapies, which merely suppress the virus, this CRISPR therapy addresses the underlying cause, offering hope for a single treatment with enduring effects.

Scientists emphasize that although initial results are encouraging, further studies and clinical trials are necessary to confirm the safety and effectiveness in humans. If proven successful, this therapy could revolutionize HIV treatment and bring the world closer to eradicating the HIV/AIDS epidemic once and for all.

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CRISPR therapy removes HIV DNA from infected human cells.

1. NIH - National Library of Medicine https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40411669/