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We report here that applying genetic vectors onto the skin in a relatively non-invasive manner can elicit an immune response against the protein encoded by the vector. This procedure requires no special skill or equipment and so may reduce medical costs and offer a unique method for vaccination.
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Tang, Dc., Shi, Z. & Curiel, D. Vaccination onto bare skin. Nature 388, 729–730 (1997). https://doi.org/10.1038/41917
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