Unravelling the secret of a critical immune cell for cancer immunity

Researchers have discovered a key differentiation process that provides an essential immune function in helping to control cancer and infectious diseases. The research shows that a new factor - DC-SCRIPT - is required for the function a particular type of dendritic cell - called cDC1 - that is essential in controlling the immune response to infection.

source https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/04/210402141745.htm