"Surprising Discovery: Scientists Uncover New Killer of Immune Cells Without 'Self'"

Scientists have discovered a new mechanism by which the immune system eliminates cells lacking CD47 molecules, with dendritic cells directly killing these CD47-lacking T cells. This finding offers potential implications for cancer therapy, as it opens up the possibility of inducing cell death in cancer cells by modifying CD47. The study, conducted by researchers from Kobe University, sheds light on the previously unknown capability of dendritic cells to directly kill immune cells lacking CD47, providing a fresh perspective for future research and treatment strategies.