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Immune Booster #6: From Ghana to heat shock with Robert Binder

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Heat Shock Proteins: Guardians Against Cancer

This chapter explores the critical role of heat shock proteins in triggering immune responses against cancer cells and their intricate relationship with the immune system. It discusses the journey of research into specific receptors like CD91, detailing how they influence cancer immunosurveillance and the potential consequences of their dysfunction. Additionally, it highlights the use of heat shock proteins in developing cancer vaccines while addressing the complexities of self-tolerance and the need for ongoing research.

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