Emory's Hope Clinic
Emory's Hope Clinic
Emory's Hope Clinic (pronounced: e-mo-ry's ho-pe kli-nik) is a medical research facility that is part of the Emory Vaccine Center and the Emory University School of Medicine. The clinic is dedicated to improving global health through clinical trials and vaccine research.
Etymology
The name "Emory's Hope Clinic" is derived from its affiliation with Emory University and its mission to provide hope through advanced medical research and clinical trials.
History
Emory's Hope Clinic was established in 2002 as part of the Emory Vaccine Center. The clinic's primary focus is on conducting clinical trials for new vaccines and therapeutics. It is one of the leading clinical research sites in the United States for HIV/AIDS vaccine development.
Research
The clinic conducts research in several areas, including HIV/AIDS, influenza, Zika virus, and other emerging infectious diseases. The clinic also conducts research on cancer vaccines and autoimmune diseases.
Related Terms
- Clinical trial: A type of research that studies new tests and treatments and evaluates their effects on human health outcomes.
- Vaccine: A biological preparation that provides active acquired immunity to a particular infectious disease.
- Emory Vaccine Center: An integrated university-wide center for vaccine research with a mission to improve human health by conducting fundamental and clinical research that leads to the development of effective vaccines against diseases of global importance.
- Emory University School of Medicine: One of the leading medical schools in the United States, known for its research, education, and clinical care.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Emory's Hope Clinic
- Wikipedia's article - Emory's Hope Clinic
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