New study to discover how “super” immune system can prevent HCV-infection
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Channel: Trinity College Dublin · 2016 · Education
Scientists at Trinity College Dublin are seeking volunteers as they attempt to discover why some people are naturally protected from infection with hepatitis C virus (HCV), while others are not. The team seek volunteers who were exposed to HCV via contaminated anti-D in 1977-79 to help establish the genetic basis for resistance to the virus. Speakers: Cliona O'Farrelly, Professor of Comparative Immunology Mark Robinson, Postdoctoral Research Fellow Lena Fischer, Postdoctoral Research Fellow http://www.tcd.ie/
