Fc glyco- and fc protein-engineering: Design of antibody variants with improved ADCC and CDC Activity

Christian Kellner, Stefanie Derer, Katja Klausz, Sophia Rosskopf, Tim Wirt, Thies Rösner, Anna Otte, Elisa Cappuzzello, Matthias Peipp*

*Corresponding author for this work
2 Citations (Scopus)

Abstract

Monoclonal antibodies are established treatment options in cancer therapy. However, not all patients benefit from antibody therapy. Basic research and findings from clinical trials revealed that certain Fc-mediated effector mechanisms triggered by monoclonal antibodies are essential for efficient antitumor activity. Today, next-generation monoclonal antibodies can be designed displaying tailor-made improved effector functions. The introduction of Fc-engineering technologies offers the potential to fine-tune Fc-mediated effector functions such as antibody-dependent cell-mediated cytotoxicity (ADCC), phagocytosis, or complement-dependent cytotoxicity (CDC). Fc-engineered antibodies hopefully will overcome some limitations of current forms of antibody therapy.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAntibody Engineering
EditorsDamien Nevoltris, Patrick Chames
Number of pages17
Volume1827
Place of PublicationNew York, NY
PublisherHumana Press Inc.
Publication date09.09.2018
Pages381-397
ISBN (Print)978-1-4939-8647-7
ISBN (Electronic)978-1-4939-8648-4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 09.09.2018

Research Areas and Centers

  • Academic Focus: Center for Brain, Behavior and Metabolism (CBBM)

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