All T Cells articles – Page 2
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NewsEngineered extracellular vesicles control immune responses
Researchers have engineered new extracellular vesicles that can selectively induce antigen-specific regulatory T cells, possibly leading towards safer, more precise treatments for autoimmune and allergic diseases.
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ArticleLogic-gated DARPins show targeted T-cell activation in tumours
What if a T-cell therapy could activate only inside a tumour? New preclinical data on Molecular Partners’ Switch-DARPin suggest it may do just that.
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NewsAI powers discovery of new CBLB inhibitor ISM3830
Insilico Medicine has announced ISM3830, an AI-designed CBLB inhibitor that has demonstrated promising preclinical results.
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NewsPre-transplant treg therapy reduces GVHD risk for blood cancer patients
Priming the immune system ahead of a stem cell transplant may be key to safer, more effective care for blood cancer patients, according to new research showing major reductions in transplant complications.
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NewsWhy TIGIT cancer therapies work in monkeys but not humans
A new study reveals that TIGIT, a key immune checkpoint targeted by cancer drugs, behaves differently in rhesus macaques and humans, suggesting current animal tests may be misleading drug development.
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NewsNew CAR-T cell therapy capable of destroying glioblastoma cells
A new CAR-T treatment developed in Switzerland has shown striking early success against glioblastoma, one of the deadliest brain cancers, and is now moving towards human trials.
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NewsNasal HPV vaccine could replace surgery for cervical cancer
Japanese researchers have developed a nasal HPV vaccine that could offer a non-invasive, fertility-preserving alternative to surgery for cervical cancer.
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NewsStem cell liver model reproduces rare immune drug reactions
A new human liver organoid platform could help predict which drugs trigger dangerous immune reactions in susceptible patients.
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NewsAnti-linker antibodies: a universal key for CAR-T detection
Every new CAR-T needs a new detection tool – until now. Anti-linker antibodies could change how researchers develop and track these therapies.
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NewsTumour stress drives T cell exhaustion – antioxidants may reverse it
A new research study has discovered that targeted antioxidants could restore T cell function – offering a potential boost for cancer immunotherapies like CAR-T.
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ArticleHow to select the optimal bispecific antibody format for therapeutic success
Choosing the right bispecific antibody format can make or break your therapy’s success. This article explores how format impacts function, manufacturability and development strategy - helping you make the best choice from the start.
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ArticleWhy most T-cell engagers fail - and how to fix it
Bispecific T-cell engagers are advancing fast - but complexity still slows development. This article explores how data-driven, platform-based strategies are helping overcome design and manufacturing hurdles to bring these next-gen therapies to patients faster.
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NewsFuelling immunity: glucose helps T cells fight cancer better
A new study from the Van Andel Institute shows that glucose not only fuels T cells but also strengthens their internal signalling and cancer-fighting capabilities –offering a potential route to improved immunotherapies.
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NewsSmart nanogels help CAR-T cells penetrate tumours
Researchers in China have developed a next-generation CAR-T cell therapy armed with nanogels that can penetrate the dense barriers of solid tumours. This addresses a major limitation in the treatment of solid cancers with immunotherapy.
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NewsAutoimmune breakthrough: Egr-1 regulates treg cells in diseases like MS
Scientists have found a key mechanism driving immune regulation in autoimmune diseases like MS and IBD – which could lead to new targeted treatments.
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ArticleOptimising T-cell expansion to improve early-stage cell therapy
In the evolving landscape of cell and gene therapy, early-stage manufacturing remains a major hurdle. In this interview, Maria Knaub at Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies shares how a strategic collaboration with FUJIFILM Biosciences is streamlining T-cell expansion workflows.
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NewsDual CAR-T cell therapy targets T-ALL with precision
A new dual CAR-T cell therapy targeting two tumour-specific proteins in T-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (T-ALL) has been developed – meaning effective treatment for this aggressive blood cancer could soon become a reality.
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NewsLeukaemia-on-a-chip mimics bone marrow for better CAR T testing
A new “leukaemia-on-a-chip” device replicates human bone marrow and immune interactions, enabling researchers to observe CAR T cell therapies in action - potentially allowing for more personalised treatment strategies for leukaemia patients.
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NewsProgramming immunity from within: in-body generation of CAR T cells
Researchers have developed a new method to generate CAR T cells directly inside the body using targeted lipid nanoparticles that deliver mRNA to T cells - offering a safer, faster and more accessible alternative to traditional cell therapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases.
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ArticleInside AACR: DARPins take aim at hard-to-treat tumours
Amelie Croset of Molecular Partners breaks down the DARPin developments featured at AACR 2025 – from targeted radiopharmaceuticals to precision-engineered immune cell engagers.