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2021.05.06

A new mechanism of regulatory T cell generation (Sakaguchi G, in Immunity)

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A group of Shimon Sakaguchi (Experimental Immunology, IFReC) discovered the specific DNA elements, which are indispensable for regulatory T cell (Treg) development and maintenance of immune homeostasis.

Regulatory T cells (Tregs) derived in the thymus / periphery suppress excessive immune reponses.

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Shimon Sakaguchi

Shimon Sakaguchi (Experimental Immunology)


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Immunology Frontier Research Center, Osaka University (WPI-IFReC)