Qian Shen
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Qian Shen
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Postdoc @The Francis Crick Institute | Homeostatic vs. autoreactive B‑1 cell functions 🧫🔬🦠 #B-1 cell #Science
Reposted by Qian Shen
Researchers from the Crick and the Australian National University have shown how certain proteins are involved in helping the immune system’s ‘peacekeepers,’ known as B-1 cells, keep inflammation responses in check.

www.crick.ac.uk/news/2025-08...
The body’s peacekeepers: how specialised immune cells keep a lid on inflammation
By revealing the molecular mechanisms behind the peacekeeping abilities of specialised immune cells, scientists are uncovering new pathways for treating autoimmune conditions and detecting diseases li...
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August 20, 2025 at 3:55 PM