abstract |
The present invention relates to methods for maturing antigen-presenting cells, and more particularly, to methods for maturing dendritic cells. Methods for generating mature and/or maturing antigen-presenting cells in vitro and in vivo are disclosed. The present invention also relates to compositions of cells, including mature antigen-presenting cells and/or activated T cells and their use in generating immune responses in vivo, and inhibiting the development of or preventing infectious diseases and cancers. |