Adeno-associated Virus
by Russell Kightley/science Photo Library
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Adeno-associated Virus
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Russell Kightley/science Photo Library
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Photograph - Photograph
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Adeno-associated virus, computer artwork. Adeno- associated viruses (AAVs) are the smallest known viruses to infect humans. They do not cause diseases, and only provoke a mild immune response. Because they incorporate their genetic material into a specific location within the host's genome, they have potential as a vector for gene therapy. The spiky protein coat (capsid, yellow) protects the genetic material (orange).
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September 28th, 2018
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