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Completed PROJECT GRANT Swedish Research Council

CAR-T cell engineering by Mechanical Activation for Immunotherapy Applications

7.48M kr SEK

Funder Vinnova
Recipient Organization Uppsala University
Country Sweden
Start Date Sep 29, 2023
End Date May 14, 2024
Duration 228 days
Number of Grantees 1
Roles Principal Investigator
Data Source Swedish Research Council
Grant ID 2023-01495_Vinnova
Grant Description

Purpose and goal:

CAR-T cell therapy uses genetically modified T cells to target and destroy cancer cells but faces challenges that delay treatment and limit accessibility. Our project aimed to overcome these hurdles and enhance CAR-T cell production efficiency. We developed a new method to activate and engineer T cells more efficiently using a biocompatible material, significantly improving the process and reducing the time needed to produce CAR-T cells.

Expected results and effects:

Our project successfully developed a biocompatible material that enhances the activation and engineering of T cells, reducing CAR-T cell production time. This advancement leads to faster, safer, and more efficient CAR-T cell therapies. Expected effects include quicker treatment initiation, improved patient outcomes, and increased accessibility to this life-saving therapy. Our innovative approach has the potential to significantly advance cancer treatment and benefit more patients.

Approach and implementation: ** Denna text är maskinöversatt **

Our project improved CAR-T-cellterapi by improving T-cell activation and production of CAR-T-celler with biocompatible materials. We developed a new polymer that improved efficiency and reduced reliance on animal-produced antibodies, in line with sustainability goals. This advance addressed key challenges, speeding up production and increasing patient access.

Successful implementation strengthens the resilience of healthcare systems and sets a new standard for safe, effective and accessible cancer treatments.

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Uppsala University

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