Cancer cells adjust the composition of their glycocalyx to increase its thickness and create a physical barrier that shields them from immune recognition and engagement.
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Schmidt, E.N., Macauley, M.S. A thicker skin for better immune evasion. Nat. Mater. 23, 312–313 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41563-024-01822-2
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