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The role of costimulation and adjuvants in the development of T cell effector and memory responses

Creator:

Maxwell, Joseph R.

Abstract:

T cells are one of the key cells in the immune system. Although they are not the first line of defense against a pathogen, their functions can greatly enhance the phagocytosis and destruction of pathogens as well as the development of antibody responses. Furthermore, even when responding T cells have...

Resource Type:

Dissertation

Full Text:

Kerkvliet provided funding and facilities for the work performed by Carl Ruby. Anthony T. Vella was the