University of Florida research team develops experimental treatment to fight against cancer

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) – A University of Florida research team recently developed an experimental mRNA vaccine that helps when paired with immunotherapy.

The team, led by Elias Sayour, M.D., Ph.D., a UF Health pediatric oncologist, found that when they paired the vaccine with common anti-cancer drugs, they triggered a strong antitumor response.

The development is the latest in researchers goal of developing a universal vaccine to help the immune system fight against cancer in the body…

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