February 2005 in Science - February 22, 2005

February 22, 2005

• Researchers at the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases have cultured the hepatitis C virus for the first time. The ability to replicate the virus in culture will allow for a more complete study of the virus life cycle, testing of Antiviral drug compounds and may led to new treatment for liver disease caused by the virus. (EurekAlert!)