The function and structure of two (possibly related) lymphokines, IL-6 and TAF, will be analyzed. By exploiting homology with a human probe, a murine IL-6 cDNA will be cloned and expressed, and monoclonal antibodies reactive murine IL-6 will be prepared. The functions of murine IL-6 and TAF will be explored by analysis of expression of the gene, secretion of active lymphokine, determination of target cells, determination of producer cells, identification of the receptors for the lymphokines, and studies of the effects of reactive monoclonal antibodies on T cell responses. The possible structural relationship of IL-6 and TAF will be explored.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Type
Research Project (R01)
Project #
2R01AI021069-05
Application #
3130994
Study Section
Immunobiology Study Section (IMB)
Project Start
1984-05-01
Project End
1993-04-30
Budget Start
1988-05-01
Budget End
1989-04-30
Support Year
5
Fiscal Year
1988
Total Cost
Indirect Cost
Name
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Department
Type
Organized Research Units
DUNS #
City
Cambridge
State
MA
Country
United States
Zip Code
02139
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