http://www.popsci.com/science/article/2013-03/scientists-build-hollow-virus-cheaper-vaccines

 
 
If the only thing needed to make a vaccine is the outer shell of the virus, then this could be huge. This could lead to large breakthroughs in vaccinations. And because there is no living virus genetic material, all vaccines made in this way should never have negative side effects or cause potential illnesses.

http://www.popsci.com/science/article/2011-08/new-drug-can-treat-almost-any-viral-infection-cold-flu-killing-infected-cells
I wonder if this could be a treatment for HIV/AIDS?