Targeting Antigens to Human Dendritic Cells Via DC-Asialoglycoprotein Receptor to Produce IL-10 Regulatory T-Cells

摘要

Compositions and methods for targeting protein antigens to human DCs via DC-asialoglycoprotein receptor (DC-ASGPR) are disclosed herein. The DC-ASGPR carries an intracellular tyrosine-based and dileucine motif, resulting in the generation of such IL-10 Tregs both in vitro and in vivo. The methods of the present invention can be used for designing vaccines against autoimmune diseases where autoantigens are defined, such as type 1 diabetes and multiple sclerosis.