Discussions
What are protein therapeutics, and how are they transforming modern medicine?
Protein therapeutics are medical treatments that use proteins—such as enzymes, antibodies, or hormones—as active agents to treat diseases. Unlike traditional small-molecule drugs, which are chemically synthesized and often target disease pathways indirectly, protein therapeutics are biologically derived and can precisely interact with specific cellular targets. This specificity allows for more effective treatment with potentially fewer side effects.
What is CAR T-Cell Therapy, and how is it being developed and used in India?
CAR T-Cell Therapy (Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-Cell Therapy) is an advanced form of immunotherapy where a patient’s own T-cells are genetically modified to recognize and attack cancer cells. In this process, T-cells are extracted from the patient’s blood, engineered in a laboratory to express chimeric antigen receptors that specifically target cancer antigens, and then infused back into the patient’s body to destroy the malignant cells.