Scientists supercharge natural killer cells to fight aggressive cancers
Researchers at McGill University have developed a method to enhance the cancer-fighting abilities of natural killer (NK) cells. By temporarily blocking two proteins, these cells can more effectively target aggressive cancers such as leukemia and glioblastoma. This innovative approach may offer a safer and more efficient form of immunotherapy for patients with limited treatment options.
- ▪Scientists have found a way to supercharge the immune system’s natural killer cells to fight tough cancers.
- ▪The new method involves temporarily blocking two proteins to improve NK cell effectiveness against tumors.
- ▪Preclinical studies showed enhanced NK cells successfully killed human cancer cells and slowed tumor growth in animal models.
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Science News from research organizations Scientists supercharge natural killer cells to fight aggressive cancers Scientists have found a way to unleash the immune system’s natural killer cells against some of the toughest cancers yet. Date: May 24, 2026 Source: McGill University Summary: Scientists at McGill University have found a way to supercharge the immune system’s natural killer (NK) cells, helping them break through the defenses tumors use to stay alive. By temporarily blocking two proteins, researchers turned these cells into far more effective cancer fighters against difficult cancers like leukemia, glioblastoma, kidney cancer, and triple-negative breast cancer.
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