HIV vaccine research

HIV vaccine research aims to develop a vaccine that can prevent the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which causes AIDS. Scientists are studying different approaches, including using weakened or inactive forms of the virus, proteins from the virus, or genetic materials to stimulate the immune system. The goal is to train the immune system to recognize and fight HIV without causing illness. While progress has been made, creating an effective vaccine is challenging due to the virus's ability to mutate and evade the immune response. Various clinical trials are ongoing to test new vaccine candidates and their effectiveness.