Friday, July 17th, 2009

Of Genes and Antibodies

Researchers say they've identified the gene that tells the body to produce one type of immune antibody. Writing in the journal Science, a team of researchers describe the action of the BCL6 gene and its role in regulating the formation of certain CD4 T cells. We'll talk about the work, and its relevance to studies of the immune system and vaccine production.

Guests

Shane Crotty
Associate Member, Center for Infectious Disease
La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology
La Jolla, California

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Segment produced by:Charles Bergquist

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