Search for dissertations about: "AIDS vaccines"
Showing result 16 - 20 of 21 swedish dissertations containing the words AIDS vaccines.
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16. Count in the young people : HIV vaccine trial participation in Tanzania
Abstract : Background: For nearly four decades, HIV infection has raged across the world; leaving devastation in its wake particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. Even though the use of antiretroviral (ARV) drugs has significantly contributed to lessening HIV/AIDS related morbidity and mortality, their efficacy has had a limited outcome on the cure and prevention of both old and new HIV infections. READ MORE
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17. Dissection of HIV-1 Env-specific B cell responses in non-human primates
Abstract : It has been almost 30 years since the identification of HIV as the causative agent of AIDS. Despite considerable efforts to halt the spread of the virus, the epidemic continues in many parts of the world. The most efficient way to stop new infections is a prophylactic vaccine that blocks transmission at the viral portal of entry. READ MORE
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18. Vaccination against drug-resistant HIV
Abstract : Combinations of antiretroviral drugs against human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) have effectively postponed the progression to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). However, an effective vaccine against HIV-1 would undisputedly be the optimal protective strategy against the virus, especially in resource-poor settings. READ MORE
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19. Immune and autoimmune responses to HIV-1 in mucosa and other tissues
Abstract : The aim of these studies was to evaluate routes and devices for administration of HIV-1 DNA vaccines. In particular we were interested in mucosal routes for the induction of immunity at mucosal surfaces. We studied the effects of a novel mucosal route, jet-injection, for induction of systemic and local responses. READ MORE
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20. Human immunodeficiency virus and human papillomavirus infections in Mozambique : from epidemiological reports to clinical trials and vaccine implementation
Abstract : Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and human papillomavirus (HPV) are sexually transmitted microorganisms responsible for two major infectious diseases and public health concerns, particularly in developing countries and in sub-Saharan Africa. HIV is the causative agent of the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) that has so far claimed more than 35 million lives. READ MORE