Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Bahaa Mustafa"
- Bahaa Mustafa's recent research focuses on enhancing cancer immunotherapy strategies, particularly through the development of innovative peptides and antibodies that target immune checkpoints, such as PD-L1 and CD47, to boost the innate immune response against tumors.
- His work also investigates the efficacy of neoadjuvant virotherapy in pancreatic cancer, emphasizing the need to improve surgical resectability by targeting the stroma surrounding tumors, addressing the challenges faced in treating borderline resectable or locally advanced pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC).
- Additionally, Mustafa has contributed to tackling viral infections, specifically by discovering small anti-ACE2 peptides capable of inhibiting SARS-CoV-2 infectivity, showcasing his versatility in both oncology and virology research.