innate immune response

Immune Sensing and Surveillance Unit (IMMUSENSE)

Immune Sensing and Surveillance Unit (IMMUSENSE)

My research focuses on understanding how the immune system detects and controls cancer cells, particularly in the context of cellular senescence and stress responses. By investigating the molecular mechanisms that regulate immune surveillance, we aim to identify new strategies to enhance immune recognition and clearance of cancer cells.

Current Funding

  • Exploring the potential of ADAR1 as a new immunotherapeutic target in cervical cancer
    (AIRC Project IG 2021 – ID 25680)

Innate Immune Response Regulation by the Human RNASET2 Tumor Suppressor Gene

The link between cancer development or progression and immune system dysregulation has long been established. Virtually every cell type belonging to both the innate and adaptive immune system has been reported to be involved in a complex interplay that might culminate into either a pro- or anti-tumorigenic response. Among the cellular components of the innate immune system, cells belonging to the monocyte/macrophage lineage have been consistently shown to play a key role in the tumorigenic process.

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