Exploring important milestones in the differentiation of human natural killer cells and innate lymphoid cells: from stem cell to effector. Ghent University
Natural killer (NK) cells are immune cells that form a first line of defence against viral infections
and cancer by eliminating affected cells. Researchers recognized the significance of this cytotoxic
potential and verified that after transfer into patients, these cells are able to kill tumour cells
without harming healthy tissues. Cancer is characterized by uncontrolled cell growth and affects
millions of patients ...