abstract |
A novel polypeptide ligand, p30, or LIGHT, for herpes virus entry mediator, HVEM, is provided. p30 is useful for modulating immune responses and in inhibiting infection and/or subsequent proliferation by herpes virus. HVEM fusion proteins are also provided. Methods for treating subjects with lymphoid cell disorders, tumors, autoimmune diseases, inflammatory disorders of those having or suspected of having a herpes virus infection, utilizing p30 and the fusion proteins of the invention, are also provided. |