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Regulatory T cells (Tregs) are plastic and can adopt effector T cell phenotypes, particularly a Th1-like profile in disease. This review updates on Treg plasticity mechanisms and Th1-like Treg generation in immunity and pathology.

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  • Immunology
  • Cell Biology

Background:

  • FOXP3+ regulatory T cells (Tregs) are crucial in immune regulation.
  • Recent findings reveal Treg plasticity, challenging the notion of a terminally differentiated state.
  • Tregs can acquire effector T cell phenotypes under specific conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an updated review on the concept of Treg plasticity.
  • To highlight recent advances in understanding the molecular mechanisms driving Th1-like Treg generation.
  • To discuss Th1-like Treg generation in various disease settings.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent research on Treg plasticity.
  • Analysis of studies investigating molecular mechanisms of Treg differentiation.
  • Synthesis of findings related to Th1-like Treg phenotypes in pathological environments.

Main Results:

  • Tregs exhibit significant plasticity, not being a terminally differentiated population.
  • Environmental cues can induce Tregs to acquire effector T cell phenotypes.
  • A Th1-like phenotype in Tregs has been observed in several pathological conditions.

Conclusions:

  • Treg plasticity is a key feature influencing immune responses.
  • Understanding the molecular basis of Th1-like Treg generation is critical for disease research.
  • Further investigation into Treg plasticity mechanisms is essential for therapeutic strategies.