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Molecules that do not trigger an immune response on their own but can become immunogenic when combined with larger molecules

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  • Here he published, from 1919-1922, twelve papers on new haptens that he had discovered, on conjugates with proteins which were capable of inducing anaphylaxis and on...
  • He discovered new facts about the immunology of syphilis, added to the knowledge of the Wassermann reaction, and discovered the immunological factors which he named...
  • Painting of haptens onto UVR-exposed skin does not result in sensitization but induces regulatory T cells (Treg).
  • The first, irritant contact dermatitis (ICD) is a pathological non-specific inflammatory skin condition arising from the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines by keratinocytes...
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