Scientists create first genetically humanized mouse model for hepatitis C
Wednesday, June 8, 2011 - 12:30
in Biology & Nature
Scientists at Rockefeller University and The Scripps Research Institute have developed the first genetically humanized mouse model for hepatitis C, an achievement that will enable researchers to test molecules that block entry of the hepatitis C virus into cells as well as potential vaccine candidates. The finding is reported in the June 9 issue of the journal Nature.