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Silent influencer: How non-antibiotics tip the microbial balance of the gut microbiome
Some human-targeted drugs can alter gut microbes, creating a favorable environment for pathogens like Salmonella to thrive.
CD2: A Plug-and-Play CAR-T Upgrade Strategy to Overcome Exhaustion and Enhance Anti-Tumor Potential
The link between CAR-T cells and cancer cells isn't very stable. Boosting CD2 levels – like giving it a stronger anchor – makes this connection much stronger. This improved connection (which scientists call an 'immunological synapse') helps the CAR-T cells work better from the ground up.