Regulatory T cell differentiation: cooperation saves the day

MicroRNA are important regulators of CD4 T cell differentiation, altering the balance between the immunogenic and tolerogenic pathways. Studies in mice with microRNA-deficient T cells have revealed defects in differentiation into the regulatory T cell lineage; however, the individual microRNA responsible have remained elusive. A recent paper in The EMBO Journal uses a systematic screen to find a novel cooperative action between an inducible and a constitutive microRNA in aiding regulatory T cell induction.

Source: EMBO Journal - May 5, 2015 Category: Molecular Biology Authors: Liston, A., Schlenner, S. M. Tags: Immunology Have you seen? Source Type: research