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Immune cells defy textbook classifications

Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute, King’s College London and Complutense University of Madrid have shown that γδ T cells use adaptive immune receptors to drive rapid, innate-like responses to tissue stress, inflammation and cancer.

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The bacteria taking us “back to medieval times” – Max Gutierrez | Lifeworks

In this profile interview, Crick cell biologist Max reveals how a love of chemistry and a stint in a vineyard led him to investigate TB and the rise of antibiotic resistant bacteria. 

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Cancer: the bigger picture

Bold ideas and cross-disciplinary science are revealing how cancer rewires cells, tissues and whole-body systems.

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Remedies for resistance

Some strains of tuberculosis bacteria have evolved to outwit every first line drug we have. With the antibiotic pipeline running dry, Crick researchers are trying to regain the upper hand.

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A legacy written in DNA

Following his death from lymphoma, Edward Speed left his body to PEACE, a study revealing the hidden impacts of cancer treatment, including how DNA in healthy tissue might change.

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How do we study how embryos grow?

Join Group Leader Naomi Moris as she explains how her lab is unlocking new insights into how embryos form by studying developmental models. 

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