👉 Complement engineering is an innovative approach in biotechnology that focuses on modifying the complement system, a crucial part of the immune response responsible for defending against pathogens and removing damaged cells. This engineering involves altering complement proteins or their regulatory components to enhance or suppress specific functions, depending on the therapeutic need. For instance, in autoimmune diseases, complement engineering can be used to reduce excessive inflammation by inhibiting harmful complement activation. Conversely, in infectious diseases, it can boost the immune system's ability to clear pathogens by enhancing complement-mediated pathogen clearance. This precise manipulation of the complement system offers a promising strategy for developing targeted therapies with improved efficacy and reduced side effects compared to traditional treatments.
