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Virus-like particles

Virus-like particles are nanoparticles produced from the self-assembly of viral proteins, forming a capsid (the 'shell' of the virus). The structure resembles the size and symmetry of original viruses, but are lacking the genetic material. Therefore, they cannot replicate in the host. This offers an advantage over original viruses, regarding biosafety and stability.

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