Scientists at Saint Louis University (USA) have discovered the molecular mechanism by which the HIV/AIDS virus infiltrates healthy cells in the human body.
Through their research, experts found that the protein Integrase is one of the three key proteins that determine the existence of the HIV virus.
It connects the two ends of the HIV virus DNA before entering the cell. Once inside the cell, Integrase heats up these DNA ends to help the HIV/AIDS virus integrate into the cell’s chromosomes and replicate.
Experts indicate that if the activity of Integrase can be blocked, the infiltration process of the HIV virus will not occur.
