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Stanford researchers discover microscopic 'exploding' immune cells that could inspire new ways to fight cancer
Photo: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases / Unsplash
Scientists have identified unique immune cells in flatworms that rapidly burst to eliminate nearby bacteria and foreign cells without leaving a trace. This natural mechanism offers promising new pathways for developing highly targeted treatments against infections and cancer in humans.
Scientists have identified unique immune cells in flatworms that rapidly burst to eliminate nearby bacteria and foreign cells without leaving a trace. This natural mechanism offers promising new pathways for developing highly targeted treatments against infections and cancer in humans.