There is currently no cure for HIV because the virus is able to persist in the body even during long-term antiretroviral therapy. BC-CfE scientists have published new research that characterizes in detail the HIV sequences that persist in the bodies of viremic controllers. Viremic controllers are a rare group of people whose immune systems naturally control HIV replication to low levels, but who nevertheless still benefit from antiretroviral therapy. This new research adds to the body of knowledge that is needed to develop an HIV cure.