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Professor Lewin Leads Innovative Fight for HIV Cure

4/28/2025

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Professor Sharon Lewin, a leading figure in HIV research, is on a mission to find a cure through groundbreaking gene therapy and advanced treatments. She underscores the progress in antiviral therapies while addressing the hurdles of lifelong treatment. As the first Director of the Doherty Institute, she champions collaboration and diversity to confront pressing global health challenges.

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Professor Sharon Lewin, a leading figure in HIV research, is on a mission to find a cure through groundbreaking gene therapy and advanced treatments. She underscores the progress in antiviral therapies while addressing the hurdles of lifelong treatment. As the first Director of the Doherty Institute, she champions collaboration and diversity to confront pressing global health challenges.