GUILBAUD , Emma

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death worldwide, with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) accounting for up to 85% of all cases. Most of patients are diagnosed with late-stage lung cancer and despite recent advances in effective therapies such as targeted therapies and immunotherapies, the average 5-year survival rate is around 20%....

Macrophages are tissue-resident cells that act as immune sentinels to maintain tissue integrity, preserve self-tolerance and protect against invading pathogens. Lung macrophages within the distal airways face around 8000⁻9000 L of air every day and for that reason are continuously exposed to a variety of inhaled particles, allergens or airborne...

Macrophages are tissue-resident cells that act as immune sentinels to maintain tissue integrity, preserve self-tolerance and protect against invading pathogens. Lung macrophages within the distal airways face around 8000–9000 L of air every day and for that reason are continuously exposed to a variety of inhaled particles, allergens or airborne...

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