# Scientists discover the immune system’s hidden sense of touch

- Source: Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily
- Published: 2026-10-28T00:54:54+00:00
- Category: Science
- Original: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/10/261026225617.htm
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/scientists-discover-the-immune-system-s-hidden-sense-of-touch-3801be/

Scientists at McGill University have discovered a surprising new ability of immune cells that could change how we understand long-term immunity. Researchers found that T cells can actually sense how stiff their surrounding tissues are, using these physical signals to help determine whether they develop into long-lasting memory cells that protect against future infections.

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