Unveiling the unsung heroes of the forest floor: decomposers! They work behind the scenes, breaking down organic matter and recycling nutrients to keep the ecosystem thriving. Nature’s true recyclers!
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a chronic cutaneous disorder affecting intertriginous regions, exhibits complex etiology. While the precise origins remain elusive, investigations highlight smoking as a pivotal risk factor. A 2019 literature review underscores nicotine’s role in fostering Staphylococcus aureus proliferation, particularly in intertriginous locales. Moreover, it elucidates nicotine’s impact on inflammation regulators and dermal layers, accentuating […]
It is unknown what specifically causes type 1 diabetes. However, the immune system of the body, which typically targets dangerous bacteria and viruses, accidentally kills the insulin-producing (islet) cells in the pancreas in the majority of individuals with type 1 diabetes. It seems that both genetics and environmental factors are involved in this process. Although […]
Scientists at La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) are investigating a talented type of T cell called mucosal-associated invariant T (MAIT) cells. These cells are unique in that they can recognize a wide range of markers, including those shared between humans and even between species. This makes them potentially useful for treating infectious diseases and […]
