Mucosal-Associated Invariant T Cells Promote Atherosclerosis Through Monocyte-Driven Inflammation
Tobias Radecke, Thomas Nipoti, Louise Z Wang, Nirmala Mouttoulingam, Marc Diedisheim, Mouna Chajadine, Emilie Bacquer, Coraline Heron, Paul Alayrac, Charles Caër, Ludivine Laurans, Camille A. Knosp, Pierre Liénart, Kenza Damache, Rida Al-Rifai, , Soraya Taleb
This study identifies MAIT cells as contributors to atherosclerosis through monocyte-driven inflammation, showing their enrichment in plaques and protective effects when depleted.
bioRxiv · Jan 21, 2026 · PreprintImmunology