Self-antigen MASH2 combined with the AS15 immunostimulant induces tumor protection in colorectal cancer mouse models.

Human achaete scute homolog 2 (HASH2) and its murine ortholog MASH2 are potential targets for colorectal cancer immunotherapy. We assessed immunogenicity and antitumor potential of recombinant MASH2 protein combined with AS15 immunostimulant (recMASH2+AS15) in CB6F1 and Apc+/Min-FCCC mice. CB6F1 mice received 4 injections of recMASH2+AS15 or AS15 alone before challenge with TC1-MASH2 tumor cells (Tumor Challenge).

The role of gamma delta T cells in airway epithelial injury and bronchial responsiveness after chlorine gas exposure in mice.

Background: Acute exposure to chlorine (Cl2) gas causes epithelial injury and airway dysfunction. gammadelta T cells are present in the mucosal surface of the airways and may contribute to the injury/repair response of the epithelium.

Methods: C57Bl/6J (wild type) and TCR-delta-/- mice exposed to Cl2 (400 ppm) for 5 minutes underwent measurements of airway responses to i.