Exploring the association between EBV and multiple sclerosis, focusing on how EBV interacts with the immune system and its potential role in the development of MS. Discussing research on utilizing EBV-specific T cells and vaccines for MS treatment and prevention.
On 28 March it’s the 60th anniversary of the discovery of Epstein-Barr virus, the most common viral infection in humans. The virus was first discovered in association with a rare type of cancer located in Africa, but is now understood to be implicated in 1% of cancers, as well as the autoimmune disease multiple sclerosis, among others. Ian Sample meets Lawrence Young, professor of molecular oncology at Warwick Medical School, to hear the story of this virus, and how understanding it might help us prevent and treat cancer and other illnesses.. Help support our independent journalism at
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