Tiny particles mimic the body's pancreas cells to combat type 1 diabetes

The destruction of the pancreatic cells that leads to type 1 diabetes arises when the body's own immune cells identify them as foreign targets and begin to attack them. But a new technique using tiny particles to mimic the form and function of the pancreatic cells is showing promise in halting the onset of the condition.

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Section: Medical

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• Diabetes
• Vaccines
• Nanoparticles

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