Immunotherapy in Cancer
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Immunology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (28 February 2025) | Viewed by 721
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Interests: cell biology; animal model; cancer
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Dear Colleagues,
Immunotherapy has emerged as a revolutionary approach in cancer treatment, offering new hope for patients with various malignancies (for example, solid tumors and hematological malignancies). By harnessing the body's immune system to target and eliminate cancer cells, immunotherapy has the potential to achieve long-lasting remission and even cures in certain cases. This innovative approach represents a significant shift from traditional cancer treatments, which primarily focus on directly targeting tumors through surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy. Despite its promise, immunotherapy faces several challenges, including the variability in patient responses, the development of resistance, and the occurrence of immune-related adverse events. These challenges underscore the complexity of the immune system's interaction with cancer and highlight the need for continued research to optimize treatment strategies.
This Special Issue will explore the current landscape of immunotherapy in cancer, focusing on the mechanisms by which the immune system can be activated or suppressed in the context of cancer. It will also examine the latest advances in immunotherapeutic agents, including immune checkpoint inhibitors; CAR-T, CAR-NK, and CAR-M cell therapy; cancer vaccines; cytokine therapies; and adoptive cell therapies. Furthermore, this Special Issue will address the challenges of immunotherapy, such as identifying biomarkers for response prediction, managing resistance, and minimizing toxicity. Finally, the implications of immunotherapy for the future of cancer treatment and the potential for combination therapies will be discussed, emphasizing the need for ongoing research and innovation in this rapidly evolving field. IJMS focuses on molecular studies in biology and chemistry, with a strong emphasis on molecular biology and molecular medicine, and we particularly welcome publications on molecular-level basic research.
Dr. Nethaji Muniraj
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- immunotherapy
- biomarkers
- immune modulation
- combination therapies
- solid tumors
- hematological malignancies
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