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Abstract
Using genetic modifications to dissect mitochondrial functions, we found that, on acute stimulation, CD8+ T cells require mitochondrial metabolism to sustain proliferation and prevent exhaustion. Mitochondria-derived reactive oxygen species are also needed to generate memory CD8+ T cells.
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