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This review aims to explore the biology and therapeutic targeting of stem-like CD8+ T cells, termed T PEX cells, in cancer immunotherapy.

February 28, 2026SHILAP Revista de lepidopterologíaOpen Access

Stem-like T cells in cancer immunotherapy: biology, regulation and therapeutic targeting

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This review aims to explore the biology and therapeutic targeting of stem-like CD8+ T cells, termed T PEX cells, in cancer immunotherapy.
Synthesis of recent findings on T PEX cells and their role in antitumor immunity.
Examination of specialized niche microenvironments that sustain T PEX cell function.
Discussion of molecular mechanisms, including transcription factors and cytokines influencing T cell differentiation.
Evaluation of therapeutic strategies to enhance T PEX cell efficacy in treatment.
Stem-like CD8+ T cells correlate with better clinical outcomes in patients receiving immunotherapy.
Niche microenvironments significantly influence the stemness and functionality of T PEX cells.
Therapeutic approaches targeting T PEX cells may help overcome immunotherapy resistance.

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This review highlights the role of stem-like T cells in enhancing immune responses in cancer therapies, suggesting new strategies for effective treatment.

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Wang et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a285aa0a974eb0d3c00ad4 https://doi.org/10.3389/fimmu.2026.1764549

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This review highlights the role of stem-like T cells in enhancing immune responses in cancer therapies, suggesting new strategies for effective treatment.

Stem-like T cells in cancer immunotherapy: biology, regulation and therapeutic targeting

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Stem-like T cells in cancer immunotherapy: biology, regulation and therapeutic targeting

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