EcoHIV Infection Facilitates Alzheimer's Disease Progression in Mouse Models

Learn how EcoHIV infection accelerates Alzheimer's disease progression through this research seminar presented by Dr. Boe-hyun Kim from Mt. Sinai School of Medicine. Explore the intersection of HIV infection and neurodegenerative disease using mouse models to understand the mechanisms by which viral infection may contribute to Alzheimer's pathology. Examine the experimental evidence demonstrating how EcoHIV, a chimeric virus used in research, influences the development and progression of Alzheimer's disease in laboratory settings. Discover the implications of these findings for understanding the relationship between viral infections and neurodegeneration, particularly in the context of HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders. Gain insights into current research methodologies used to study the complex interactions between infectious agents and neurodegenerative processes, and understand how these findings may inform future therapeutic approaches for patients with both HIV and cognitive decline.