German researchers find highly effective HIV antibody

Deutsche Welle (DW)CenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by Jeannette CwienkOctober 25, 2025 at 04:26 PM

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German researchers at the University Hospital of Cologne have discovered a highly effective HIV antibody named 04_A06. The team, led by Florian Klein, examined blood samples from 32 individuals with strong natural antibody responses to HIV and identified this particular antibody for its ability to neutralize over 98% of tested HIV variants, including resistant strains. In mouse trials, the antibody effectively neutralized most HIV infections. This discovery could potentially serve as a new weapon in combating the virus, which has caused an estimated 44 million deaths since its detection in 1981. The researchers aim to reproduce the genetic blueprint for this antibody for further development and use in treatment.

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