About the publication of the new book "NKT cell-targeted therapy to fight cancer"

RIKEN Regenerative Immunology Co., Ltd. RIKEN Regenerative Immunology Co., Ltd. (Representative Director: Osamu Tokuoka, Headquarters: 10-2 Ichiban-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo), a medical company originating from RIKEN, is a joint venture with RIKEN. We are a developer of the new NKT cell-targeted therapy “RIKNKT®️”, which is an improved and commercialized NKT cell-targeted therapy for which Chiba University has been conducting clinical trials. Currently, we are providing regenerative medicine products to 19 medical institutions nationwide. This time, Nobuhisa Ito, a visiting professor at the Osaka University International Medical Engineering Information Center (Medical Corporation Shinaikai Ito Clinic, clinic location: Fukushima-ku, Osaka), who practices RIKNKT®, has written a new book, “Cancer. 'NKT Cell Targeted Therapy' to fight against cancer" was published by Gentosha Media Consulting. This book provides an easy-to-understand explanation of NKT cell-targeted therapy after explaining the human body's "immunity", especially its relationship to cancer. Since starting a partnership with RIKEN Immunology and Regenerative Medicine in March 2019, Professor Nobuhisa Ito has treated more than 40 patients with RIKNKT®️ and observed its efficacy. Based on that experience, this book summarizes the power of human immunity and explains RIKNKT®️, a regenerative medicine technology that is at the forefront of cancer treatment methods using various immunity, along with explanations of other therapies. The content is easy for the reader to understand from a bird's-eye view. Available at bookstores and online shops nationwide.

NKT cell-targeted therapy to fight cancer

Excerpt from "Introduction": It is said that 3,000 to 5,000 cancer cells are generated every day in everyone's body. Even so, cancer does not occur because the body's built-in immune system eliminates it every day. However, immune function also declines with age. In addition to surgery, radiation, and anticancer agents, which are the three major cancer therapies, "immunotherapy" has also been attracting attention in recent years. Among them, the "NKT cell-targeted therapy" researched and developed by RIKEN Immunology and Regenerative Medicine is the latest immunotherapy using NKT cells, which are the super-leaders of the immune system, and possess the functions of both innate and acquired immunity. It has been found that activating the function of NKT cells enhances the function of the entire immune system and strengthens the ability to attack cancer. In addition to explaining how effective this new immunotherapy is based on evidence, by providing basic knowledge such as the mechanism of immunity, we will introduce the correct information from the mixed information on immunotherapy. . Table of Contents: Introduction Chapter 1 Why do people get cancer? ・Humans have the ability to maintain their health ・Why cancer patients are increasing ・Immune function deteriorates with aging・When cancer cells continue to multiply, cancer develops. ・Cancer proliferates and metastasizes, making it even more troublesome. ・Immune anti-aging is essential to defeat cancer Chapter 2 Cancer and Infectious Diseases Whether or not you get sick depends on the function of your immune system. The job of your immune system is to distinguish between yourself and others. The immune system has a two-stage system that eliminates foreign substances.・The body responsible for immunity is an elite unit of “white blood cells” ・Where are immune cells made? ・The thymus is an elite training center for T cells ・Cytokines are information liaisons・The intestine is also the largest immune organ ・Intestinal immunity that does not eliminate food is surprisingly fuzzy ・Allergy is immune runaway? ・Immunity is vulnerable to stress Limitations of the three major cancer therapies ・"Immunotherapy" focused on increasing immunity ・The reason why conventional cancer immunotherapy was not effective ・NKT cells were the strongest immune cells in the human body ・NKT cells against cancer Six functions Chapter 4 Activating the immune super-leader "NKT cells" to win cancer ・Beware of extended interpretation of immunotherapy ・Comparison between NKT cell-targeted therapy and other immunotherapies ・By activated NKT cells・Flow of NKT cell-targeted therapy ・Remarkable effects in clinical trials of NKT cell-targeted therapy ・Difficulty in evaluating cancer treatment ・Case studies of patients who actually received NKT cell-targeted therapy ・Possibility of NKT cell-targeted therapy ・NKT cell-targeted therapy Q&A Chapter 5 Improving the internal environment to improve immunity and prevent cancer・If you wake up early, you can get a good night’s sleep ・When you relax, your lymphocytes will become energized ・Laughter will boost your immune system Prevent cell aging by eating foods with oxidizing properties. Moderate exercise improves the flow of blood and lymph. Raising body temperature enhances body functions. Deep breathing reduces stress. Epilogue Extends healthy life expectancy If so, 120 years of life is not a dream ・Can humans live to be 120 years old? Enjoying a New Lifestyle Activates Your Brain Conclusion Author: Dr. Nobuhisa Ito. Invited professor at Osaka University International Center for Medical Engineering Information. After graduating from Kobe University School of Medicine, entered Osaka City University Graduate School of Medicine. After completing his studies, he worked in plastic surgery at Osaka City University School of Medicine, and has been active in a wide range of medical settings, including anesthesiology, neurosurgery, and orthopedics. For inquiries regarding this release, please contact RIKEN Immune Regenerative Medicine Co., Ltd. (representative number 03-5226-5880).