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(Reference retrieved automatically from Web of Science through information on FAPESP grant and its corresponding number as mentioned in the publication by the authors.)

To B or Not to B: Understanding B Cell Responses in the Development of Malaria Infection

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Author(s):
Silveira, Eduardo L. V. [1] ; Dominguez, Mariana R. [1] ; Soares, Irene S. [1]
Total Authors: 3
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Sao Paulo, Sch Pharmaceut Sci, Dept Clin & Toxicol Anal, Sao Paulo - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 1
Document type: Review article
Source: FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY; v. 9, DEC 14 2018.
Web of Science Citations: 2
Abstract

Malaria is a widespread disease caused mainly by the Plasmodium falciparum (Pf) and Plasmodium vivax (Pv) protozoan parasites. Depending on the parasite responsible for the infection, high morbidity and mortality can be triggered. To escape the host immune responses, Plasmodium parasites disturb the functionality of B cell subsets among other cell types. However, some antibodies elicited during a malaria infection have the potential to block pathogen invasion and dissemination into the host. Thus, the question remains, why is protection not developed and maintained after the primary parasite exposure? In this review,we discuss different aspects of B cell responses against Plasmodium antigens during malaria infection. Since most studies have focused on the quantification of serum antibody titers, those B cell responses have not been fully characterized. However, to secrete antibodies, a complex cellular response is set up, including not only the activation and differentiation of B cells into antibody-secreting cells, but also the participation of other cell subsets in the germinal center reactions. Therefore, a better understanding of how B cell subsets are stimulated during malaria infection will provide essential insights toward the design of potent interventions. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 12/13032-5 - Generation and analysis of the immunogenicity of recombinant proteins based on the different allelic forms of the circumsporozoite antigen of Plasmodium vivax aiming at the development of a universal vaccine against malaria
Grantee:Irene da Silva Soares
Support Opportunities: Research Projects - Thematic Grants
FAPESP's process: 17/11931-6 - Identification of B cell protective antigens/epitopes against asexual and sexual blood forms of Plasmodium parasites through monoclonal antibodies
Grantee:Eduardo Lani Volpe da Silveira
Support Opportunities: Regular Research Grants