Abstract
Dendritic-cell-derived exosomes (DEX) secreted after dendritic cell loading with tumor peptides were found to mediate tumor rejection in mice. This observation prompted us to demonstrate that MHC class I/peptide complexes harbored onto exosomal membranes were capable of priming cytotoxic T cells and to mediate rejection of tumors expressing the relevant antigens. Moreover, DEX also promote NK cell activation in immunocompetent mice and NK cell-dependent antitumor effects. The first Phase I trial using DEX to immunize melanoma patients revealed the feasibility of DEX production in stage IV melanoma, their safety in long-term follow up and their bioactivity in vivo.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 111-115 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Blood Cells, Molecules, and Diseases |
Volume | 35 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Sept 2005 |
Keywords
- Cross presentation
- Exosomes
- Immunotherapy
- MHC complexes
- Tumor