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PML/RAR{alpha} -regulated miR-181a/b cluster targets the tumor suppressor RASSF1A in Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia

In acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL), all-trans-retinoic acid (ATRA) treatment induces granulocytic maturation and complete remission of leukemia. MicroRNA are known to be critical players in the formation of the leukemic phenotype. In this study, we ...

Tumor Escape from CD4+ T Cells

Tumors cells can escape cytotoxic CD8+ T cells by preventing MHC I display of tumor antigens. It is unknown how tumors evade CD4+ T-cell responses, but because many tumor cells lack MHC II expression, novel mechanisms would be required. We have investi...

Tumors escape CD4+ T cell-mediated immunosurveillance by impairing the ability of infiltrating macrophages to indirectly present tumor antigens

Tumors cells can escape cytotoxic CD8+ T cells by preventing MHC I display of tumor antigens. It is unknown how tumors evade CD4+ T cell responses, but since many tumor cells lack MHC II expression, novel mechanisms would be required. We have investiga...

The 3 Screenings All Men Should Have Today

Learn about the top three types of cancer affecting men - prostate, testicular and colorectal - and how to stay one step ahead.

Men's Health Monday: Health Screenings for Men

June is Men's Health Awareness Month. Learn about the top 3 types of cancer affecting men.