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Evolutionary dynamics of HIV-1 recombinants: analysis of contemporary and historical viral populations in East Africa.
Virology journal - 17 Mar 2026
Balinda Sheila N, Kapaata Anne, Kato Frank, Nakyanzi Angella, Natwijuka Fortunate, Ndekezi Christian, Byamukama Drake, Omara Denis, Mugaba Susan, Obuku Andrew E, Salazar-Gonzalez Jesus F, Kaleebu Pontiano
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BACKGROUND: Understanding the genetic evolution of HIV-1 Transmitted/Founder (T/F) virus is crucial for developing effective treatment and prevention strategies due to its rapid mutation and recombination rates. METHODS: This study compared the genetic diversity of 24 contemporary T/F viruses collected between 2016 and 2021 in Uganda and Kenya with 29 historical T/F sequences sampled between 2006 and 2011....
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