T cell decision-making decodes the dynamic antigenic landscape - Takeaways - MDSpire

T cell decision-making decodes the dynamic antigenic landscape

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  • Inbal Eizenberg-Magar

  • Lior Dayan

  • Benny Chain

  • Yaron E. Antebi

  • June 1, 2026

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    The adaptive immune system encounters a variety of antigens, requiring T cells to interpret dynamic antigenic environments.

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    T cell activation and fate are influenced by the dynamics of antigen presentation, including molecular binding and organism-level exposure.

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    T cells respond to changes in antigen concentration over timescales from seconds to days, affecting immune activation and memory.

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    Antigen dynamics impact T cell responses, with variations in TCR affinity and physiological context influencing activation thresholds.

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    Manipulating antigen exposure dynamics can enhance vaccine efficacy and improve therapeutic strategies in immunology.

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