This image may not be used in educational posters Adeno-associated virus, computer artwork. Adeno- associated viruses (AAVs) are the smallest known vi

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This image may not be used in educational posters Adeno-associated virus, computer artwork. Adeno- associated viruses (AAVs) are the smallest known viruses to infect humans. They do not cause diseases, and only provoke a mild immune response. Because they incorporate their genetic material into a specific location within the host's genome, they have potential as a vector for gene therapy. The spiky protein coat (capsid, yellow) protects the genetic material (orange).

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Photo credit: © RUSSELL KIGHTLEY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Alamy / Afripics
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