Science News for August 10, 2003

Stanford research shows targeted DNA vaccine may reverse autoimmune disease

Researchers at Stanford Medicine developed a targeted DNA vaccine that can predict and treat autoimmune diseases like M.S. by analyzing antibody profiles. The vaccine uses tolerization to knock out harmful immune responses while leaving the rest of the system functional, offering new hope for personalized therapies.

SourceStanford Medicine·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateAug 10, 2003

Young offenders and victims of crime are often the same people

The study reveals that boys offend more seriously than girls, but are also more likely to be victims of crime at a younger age. Young people who engage in risky behaviors together are more likely to both commit offenses and become victims.

SourceEconomic & Social Research Council·DateAug 10, 2003