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CCMB Researchers Identify Biological Pathway Behind Deadly Fungal Titan Cells

CCMB Researchers Identify Biological Pathway Behind Deadly Fungal Titan Cells

The Times of India1h
THE BRIEF
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Scientists at the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) have uncovered the specific biological circuit that triggers the formation of 'Titan cells' in a deadly fungus.

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These oversized cells are known to be highly resistant to immune system attacks, making infections significantly harder to treat in clinical settings.

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The discovery provides a new target for drug development, potentially allowing researchers to disarm the fungus by preventing the formation of these protective Titan cells.