The discovery of T–B cell lineages:An interview with Professor Max D Cooper

In the early 1960s,despite a general understanding of antibodies and immunoglobulins,their source and their relationship with anti-infection immunity remained largely enigmatic.However,this changed with the groundbreaking discoveries of Dr.Max D Cooper,professor at Emory University School of Medicine.In the 1960s,Dr.Max D Cooper discovered the existence of two different lymphoid lineages,B and T cells,which are now widely recognized as the cornerstone components of the adaptive immune system.B and T cells are responsible for humoral and cellular immunity,respectively.This discovery served as the foundation of modern immunology.Here,Dr.Max D Cooper shares his inspiring journey,from career choice to research experiences,as well as offering sage advice to aspiring immunologists.