‘Smart,’ ultrasound-activated immune cells may soon provide long-lasting tumor destruction

'Smart,' ultrasound-activated immune cells may soon provide long-lasting tumor destruction

Source: Medical Xpress

Imagine a super-charged immune cell that can launch a focused attack on stubborn solid tumors—a smart fighter that destroys cancer cells for days without tiring. USC biomedical engineers have made this concept a reality, crafting what they have named the "EchoBack CAR T-cell," which could soon be a game-changer in the field of cancer immunotherapy.

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