Immunology

New Study Reveals How Cancer Reprograms Immune Cells, Offering Hope for Immunotherapy Breakthrough

New Study Reveals How Cancer Reprograms Immune Cells, Offering Hope for Immunotherapy Breakthrough

A study uncovering how cancer cells reprogram immune cells to support tumor growth could improve immunotherapy response rates, which currently fail in 80% of patients.

May 5, 2026
Immune Cell Surface Sugar Shedding Identified as Key Factor in Psoriasis Progression

Immune Cell Surface Sugar Shedding Identified as Key Factor in Psoriasis Progression

New research reveals immune cells shed surface sugars before entering inflamed skin in psoriasis patients, potentially opening new treatment pathways for the chronic autoimmune condition.

November 7, 2025
GeoVax Vaccine Data Aligns With New IDSA Guidelines for Protecting Immunocompromised Patients

GeoVax Vaccine Data Aligns With New IDSA Guidelines for Protecting Immunocompromised Patients

GeoVax's GEO-CM04S1 vaccine demonstrates robust T-cell responses and cross-variant durability in immunocompromised populations, addressing critical gaps identified in new IDSA guidelines that show current COVID-19 vaccines provide only moderate, short-lived protection for vulnerable patients.

October 29, 2025
Study Finds mRNA COVID Vaccine May Enhance Cancer Immunotherapy Effectiveness

Study Finds mRNA COVID Vaccine May Enhance Cancer Immunotherapy Effectiveness

New research presented at the European Society for Medical Oncology conference suggests mRNA coronavirus vaccines could potentially boost the effectiveness of cancer immunotherapy treatments.

October 22, 2025
GeoVax to Present COVID-19 Vaccine Data for Immunocompromised Patients at European Vaccine Congress

GeoVax to Present COVID-19 Vaccine Data for Immunocompromised Patients at European Vaccine Congress

GeoVax Labs will present interim safety data and special-population insights for its GEO-CM04S1 COVID-19 vaccine at the World Vaccine Congress Europe 2025, highlighting progress in addressing vaccine needs for immunocompromised patients where current options remain insufficient.

October 9, 2025
Lund University Researchers Identify Mechanism Allowing Leukemia Cells to Evade Immune System

Lund University Researchers Identify Mechanism Allowing Leukemia Cells to Evade Immune System

Researchers at Lund University have discovered why acute myeloid leukemia cells resist immunotherapy, potentially paving the way for more effective treatments for this aggressive blood cancer.

October 7, 2025
Study Reveals Common Nutrient May Enhance Cancer-Fighting Immune Cells

Study Reveals Common Nutrient May Enhance Cancer-Fighting Immune Cells

University of Chicago research indicates zeaxanthin, a nutrient found in common vegetables, could boost immune system effectiveness against cancer while complementary therapies like oncolytic viruses advance.

September 26, 2025
GeoVax's Multi-Antigen COVID-19 Vaccine Shows Superior Immune Response in CLL Patients Compared to mRNA Vaccines

GeoVax's Multi-Antigen COVID-19 Vaccine Shows Superior Immune Response in CLL Patients Compared to mRNA Vaccines

GeoVax's GEO-CM04S1 vaccine demonstrated significantly better immune response in chronic lymphocytic leukemia patients than standard mRNA vaccines, addressing a critical unmet need in immunocompromised populations.

September 15, 2025
GeoVax's Multi-Antigen COVID-19 Vaccine Shows Strong Immune Response in Immunocompromised Patients

GeoVax's Multi-Antigen COVID-19 Vaccine Shows Strong Immune Response in Immunocompromised Patients

GeoVax Labs' GEO-CM04S1 vaccine demonstrates robust immunity in high-risk patients with blood cancers, potentially addressing a multi-billion dollar market where current vaccines have limited effectiveness.

September 12, 2025
GeoVax's Multi-Antigen COVID-19 Vaccine Shows Promise for Immunocompromised Patients

GeoVax's Multi-Antigen COVID-19 Vaccine Shows Promise for Immunocompromised Patients

GeoVax Labs will present clinical data demonstrating that its GEO-CM04S1 vaccine generates cross-variant antibody and robust cellular immune responses in immunocompromised patients with hematologic malignancies, potentially addressing a critical gap in COVID-19 protection for vulnerable populations.

September 8, 2025
Nerve Damage Identified as Unexpected Cause of Cancer Immunotherapy Resistance

Nerve Damage Identified as Unexpected Cause of Cancer Immunotherapy Resistance

A multinational research team has discovered that cancer-induced nerve damage contributes to immunotherapy resistance, potentially opening new treatment avenues for patients.

August 27, 2025
Erica Ollmann Saphire Honored with 2025 San Diego Genius Award for Pioneering Immunology Research

Erica Ollmann Saphire Honored with 2025 San Diego Genius Award for Pioneering Immunology Research

Dr. Erica Ollmann Saphire, a leading figure in immunology research, is set to receive the 2025 San Diego Genius Award for her groundbreaking work on viral infections and immune system responses, highlighting the intersection of science and community enrichment.

August 19, 2025
New Genetic Discovery Enhances Cancer Immunotherapy Potential

New Genetic Discovery Enhances Cancer Immunotherapy Potential

A groundbreaking genetic discovery could significantly improve the effectiveness of cancer immunotherapy, offering new hope for patients with certain types of cancer.

August 6, 2025
Study Reveals Autoantibodies' Role in Enhancing Cancer Immunotherapy Efficacy

Study Reveals Autoantibodies' Role in Enhancing Cancer Immunotherapy Efficacy

A recent study highlights the potential of autoantibodies in predicting the effectiveness of cancer immunotherapy, offering a new avenue for personalized treatment strategies.

July 29, 2025
Tonix Pharmaceuticals' TNX-1700 Shows Promise in Enhancing Immunotherapy for Gastric Cancer

Tonix Pharmaceuticals' TNX-1700 Shows Promise in Enhancing Immunotherapy for Gastric Cancer

Tonix Pharmaceuticals' preclinical data reveals TNX-1700's potential to improve immunotherapy outcomes in gastric cancer by targeting immunosuppressive neutrophils.

July 3, 2025
Soligenix Advances Treatment for Behçet’s Disease with New Clinical Trial

Soligenix Advances Treatment for Behçet’s Disease with New Clinical Trial

Soligenix Inc. has initiated a clinical trial for SGX945, a potential treatment for Behçet’s disease, a rare autoimmune disorder with limited treatment options, highlighting a significant step towards addressing the unmet needs of patients globally.

June 17, 2025
GeoVax's GEO-CM04S1 Shows Superior Immune Response in CLL Patients Compared to mRNA Vaccines

GeoVax's GEO-CM04S1 Shows Superior Immune Response in CLL Patients Compared to mRNA Vaccines

GeoVax Labs, Inc. reports that its GEO-CM04S1 vaccine has demonstrated superior T cell responses in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) patients compared to an authorized mRNA COVID-19 vaccine, highlighting potential advancements in protecting immunocompromised individuals.

June 17, 2025
GeoVax to Showcase Positive Immune Response Data for GEO-CM04S1 in CLL Patients at EHA 2025 Congress

GeoVax to Showcase Positive Immune Response Data for GEO-CM04S1 in CLL Patients at EHA 2025 Congress

GeoVax Labs, Inc. will present clinical data at the European Hematology Association 2025 Congress, demonstrating the superior cellular immune response of its GEO-CM04S1 vaccine in chronic lymphocytic leukemia patients compared to mRNA-based vaccines.

June 10, 2025
GeoVax's Multi-Antigen COVID-19 Vaccine Shows Promise Against Variants

GeoVax's Multi-Antigen COVID-19 Vaccine Shows Promise Against Variants

GeoVax Labs, Inc. reports preclinical success of its multi-antigen COVID-19 vaccines, GEO-CM04S1 and GEO-CM02, in providing durable, cross-reactive immunity against SARS-CoV-2 variants, including Omicron XBB.1.5, highlighting the potential for broader protection without the need for frequent updates.

June 9, 2025
GeoVax to Present COVID-19 Vaccine Breakthroughs at Keystone Symposia

GeoVax to Present COVID-19 Vaccine Breakthroughs at Keystone Symposia

GeoVax Labs, Inc. will showcase data from two key studies at the Keystone Symposia, highlighting the cross-reactivity and broad-spectrum immunity of its COVID-19 vaccine candidates, marking a significant step forward in the fight against evolving SARS-CoV-2 variants.

June 4, 2025
GeoVax Reveals Promising Dual-Action Vaccine with Potential COVID-19 and Mpox Protection

GeoVax Reveals Promising Dual-Action Vaccine with Potential COVID-19 and Mpox Protection

A novel vaccine candidate, GEO-CM04S1, demonstrates robust immunogenicity against both COVID-19 and Mpox in immunocompromised and healthy populations, offering potential breakthrough in infectious disease prevention.

May 8, 2025
Study Reveals Pregnancy-Related Genes Contribute to Worse Lung Cancer Outcomes in Women

Study Reveals Pregnancy-Related Genes Contribute to Worse Lung Cancer Outcomes in Women

A new study from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center has uncovered how certain genes associated with pregnancy may negatively impact lung cancer survival rates in women, providing insights into potential future immune therapy developments.

May 6, 2025
Scinai Immunotherapeutics to Discuss Potential Breakthrough Treatment for Rare Skin Disorders

Scinai Immunotherapeutics to Discuss Potential Breakthrough Treatment for Rare Skin Disorders

Scinai Immunotherapeutics will host a webinar to explore the therapeutic potential of PC111, a novel monoclonal antibody targeting rare skin conditions like Pemphigus Vulgaris and SJS/TEN, following its recent acquisition of Pincell.

May 1, 2025
GeoVax Reveals Promising Multi-Antigen COVID-19 Vaccine with Strong Immunocompromised Patient Response

GeoVax Reveals Promising Multi-Antigen COVID-19 Vaccine with Strong Immunocompromised Patient Response

GeoVax's experimental COVID-19 vaccine GEO-CM04S1 demonstrates exceptional immune responses across diverse populations, particularly in immunocompromised patients, potentially offering a more robust alternative to existing vaccines.

April 24, 2025
Soligenix Advances COVID-19 Vaccine Candidate CiVax Amid Ongoing Global Health Threat

Soligenix Advances COVID-19 Vaccine Candidate CiVax Amid Ongoing Global Health Threat

Soligenix is developing CiVax, a heat-stable COVID-19 vaccine candidate, in response to persistent global health risks from the virus, with recent preclinical studies showing promising protection against multiple variants.

April 21, 2025
Portuguese Researchers Uncover Promising Immunotherapy Approach for Colorectal Cancer

Portuguese Researchers Uncover Promising Immunotherapy Approach for Colorectal Cancer

A breakthrough discovery by Portuguese researchers reveals a new type of white blood cell with exceptional tumor identification capabilities, potentially revolutionizing colorectal cancer treatment through targeted immunotherapy.

April 21, 2025
Portuguese Researchers Uncover Promising White Blood Cell for Colorectal Cancer Immunotherapy

Portuguese Researchers Uncover Promising White Blood Cell for Colorectal Cancer Immunotherapy

Researchers in Portugal have identified a novel white blood cell type with potent tumor cell identification capabilities, potentially revolutionizing immunotherapy approaches for colorectal cancer, the third most common cancer globally.

April 18, 2025
Mayo Clinic Researcher to Present Findings on Aditxt's ADI-100™ Preclinical Study

Mayo Clinic Researcher to Present Findings on Aditxt's ADI-100™ Preclinical Study

Aditxt Inc. will host a May 2 update featuring Mayo Clinic's Dr. Charles Howe discussing key findings from a preclinical study of ADI-100™, offering insights into the company's immune modulation therapy research.

April 17, 2025