
How a Keto Metabolite Could Supercharge CAR T cell therapy
Researchers have found that a specific molecule produced during a ketogenic diet significantly improves the energy and effectiveness of engineered immune cells in preclinical models. While human clinical trials are still required, this metabolic intervention suggests a relatively simple dietary strategy could make existing cancer treatments work harder.
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