Researchers discover new T cells, genes related to immune disorders

RIKEN Center and Kyoto University, using ReapTEC, identified T cell enhancers in rare helper T cells linked to immune conditions. Published in Science, the study used GWAS to find genetic variants and single-nucleotide polymorphisms affecting diseases like multiple sclerosis. The IL7R gene was highlighted, pointing to new treatments and showcasing a novel genomics method.

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