Department of Immunotherapy and Cell Biology, West Virginia University, Morgantown, USA
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Enhancing Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors with CRISPR: A Revolutionary Approach to Cancer Immunotherapy
Author(s): Stefanie Qian*
Cancer immunotherapy has revolutionized the treatment landscape, with Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors (ICIs) playing a pivotal role in harnessing
the body's immune system to combat cancer. However, not all patients respond equally to ICIs, necessitating the exploration of innovative
strategies to enhance their effectiveness. This article explores the emerging field of using CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing technology to augment
the therapeutic potential of ICIs. By targeting specific genes and pathways involved in immune response regulation, CRISPR holds the promise
of improving the outcomes of cancer patients and advancing the future of precision medicine. Some cancer cells develop resistance to ICIs by
upregulating alternative immune checkpoints. CRISPR can be employed to disrupt the expression of these checkpoints, making cancer cells more
susceptible to ICI therapy. T.. Read More»
DOI:
10.37421/2476-1966.2023.8.200
Journal of Immunobiology received 34 citations as per Google Scholar report