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Striving for a cancer-free future

Finding a balance: cancer & immunity

Lead researcher

Prof Mark Smyth, Dr Michele Teng

Institution
Cancer Immunology Program, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre

Years funded
2011-2013

This project explores several potential mechanisms by which the immune system might promote cancer development, growth and spread.

The results of our studies should lead to a better understanding of the processes by which tumors hijack immune system function and better development of treatment interventions that boost immunity against cancers.

Annual Lay Report

Finding a balance: cancer and immunity

Funding Body

Cancer Council Research Grant

Funding

$96,394 in 2011, $99,736 pa in 2012 and 2013