| abstract |
The present invention provides methods and compositions for treating and/or preventing HIV infection in a subject in need thereof. It features the use of poxviruses, such as vaccinia virus, for therapy, prophylaxis, and diagnosis of HIV, as well as for any other medical or veterinary use associated with HIV or homologous viruses. The invention also provides for the use of poxviruses in the discovery of new agents to prevent and/or treat HIV infection. |