Nanoparticles containing a toxin found in bee venom can destroy HIV without harming healthy cells, scientists at the Washington University School of Medicine have discovered
Bee venom contains a potent toxin called melittin that attacks the structure of HIV and other viruses.
“Our hope is that in places where HIV is running rampant, people could use this gel as a preventative measure to stop the initial infection,” said researcher Joshua Hood.The method could also be used to target existing drug-resistant HIV infections.
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