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Abstract
The γδT cells are an emerging class of immune effectors with potent antitumor activity, bridging innate and adaptive immunity. Their unique ability to recognise stress-induced ligands independently of major histocompatibility complex restriction makes them attractive candidates for cancer immunotherapy. However, the clinical application of γδT cells requires efficient in vitro expansion strategies to generate large numbers of functional cells. This mini-review explores the latest advancements in γδT cell expansion protocols, focusing on key activation stimuli, cytokine support, and culture conditions that optimise proliferation and cytotoxicity.
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The WJCO is a high-quality, peer reviewed, open-access journal. The primary task of WJCO is to rapidly publish high-quality original articles, reviews, editorials, and case reports in the field of oncology. In order to promote productive academic communication, the peer review process for the WJCO is transparent; to this end, all published manuscripts are accompanied by the anonymized reviewers’ comments as well as the authors’ responses. The primary aims of the WJCO are to improve diagnostic, therapeutic and preventive modalities and the skills of clinicians and to guide clinical practice in oncology. Scope: Art of Oncology, Biology of Neoplasia, Breast Cancer, Cancer Prevention and Control, Cancer-Related Complications, Diagnosis in Oncology, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Genetic Testing For Cancer, Gynecologic Cancer, Head and Neck Cancer, Hematologic Malignancy, Lung Cancer, Melanoma, Molecular Oncology, Neurooncology, Palliative and Supportive Care, Pediatric Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Translational Oncology, and Urologic Oncology.