Using data from the Human Cell Atlas, researchers have identified the differences in immune cells’ response in those who had no symptoms compared to severe symptoms.
Organ tissues become increasingly immune throughout life
Researchers have offered new ways to think about the immune system. The research, which indicates organ tissues become increasingly immune throughout life, may begin to alter fundamental ideas regarding the rules of vaccination and the immune system’s …
Overgrowth of gut yeast in newborns may increase asthma risk
An overgrowth of yeast in the gut within the first few months of life may cause changes to the immune system that increase the risk of asthma later on, shows a new study.
B cell activating factor possible key to hemophilia immune tolerance
A group of scientists have just made a key discovery that could prevent and eradicate immune responses that lead to treatment failure in about one-third of people with severe hemophilia A.
Microglia, Stockholm syndrome and miraculous cures in glioblastoma patients
University of Minnesota Medical School researchers revealed why some glioblastoma patients see exceptional benefits from chemotherapy and survive beyond expectations.
Those who had COVID-19 may only need one vaccine dose, study suggests
Those recovered from COVID-19 had a robust antibody response after the first mRNA vaccine dose, but little immune benefit after the second dose, according to new research. The findings suggest only a single vaccine dose may be needed to produce a suffi…
New ‘time machine’ technique to measure cells
Using a new single-cell technique, researchers have uncovered a way to understand the programming behind how stem cells make particular cell types. The research uncovered new genes that program stem cells to make the dendritic cells that kick-start the…
Self-assembling nanofibers prevent damage from inflammation
Biomedical engineers have developed a self-assembling nanomaterial that can help limit damage caused by inflammatory diseases by activating key cells in the immune system. In mouse models of psoriasis, the team showed that their nanofiber-based drug co…
New discovery could lead to therapies for patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy
A new study reveals how chronic inflammation promotes muscle fibrosis, which could inform the development of new therapies for patients suffering from Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a fatal muscle disease.
A mother’s fat intake can impact infant infectious disease outcomes
A team of researchers has determined that the type of fats a mother consumes while breastfeeding can have long-term implications on her infant’s gut health. Their study suggests that the type of fat consumed during breastfeeding could differentially im…