tumor immunology

Tumor immunology is the study of how the immune system interacts with cancer cells. Cancer can arise when our body's own cells begin to grow uncontrollably, often evading detection by the immune system. Tumor immunologists explore how the immune system can recognize and attack these cancer cells, leading to therapies that enhance the body’s natural defenses. This field has led to treatments like immunotherapy, which helps the immune system better identify and destroy tumors, offering new hope for cancer patients and improving outcomes in many cases.