Scientists Find Way to Boost Natural Killer Cells Targeting Pediatric Brain Cancer
Natural killer cells are white blood cells that eliminate cancer or other infected cells in the human body. Now a new study has looked into these cells’ ability to eliminate a certain type of cancer known as malignant rhabdoid tumor. This aggressive and rare type of brain cancer starts developing in a child’s kidneys, soft tissues or other organs. It mainly affects young children and babies. In some instances, natural killer cells can be overpowered by the cancer cells. Scientists at Florida State University may have found a way to enhance natural killer cells that target this pediatric cancer. The…