Dr. Michal Sheleg on a Novel Immunotherapy Platform for Solid Tumor Treatment

By Michal Sheleg, PhD, Rob Dillard - Last Updated: June 20, 2024

Recently, Pluri Inc. launched its placental allogeneic MAIT cell platform for immunotherapy treatment of solid tumors, a significant medical need that currently lacks effective treatments. Pluri’s MAIT cells are isolated from the human placenta, a source rich in highly potent allogeneic immune cells, and they offer substantial potential benefits compared with conventional T cells.

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DocWire News spoke with Michal Sheleg, PhD, medical director at Pluri, to learn more about the impact this platform could have on the fight against cancer.

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