Scientists Discover a New Type of T Cell with Broad Specificity
Scientists at La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) are investigating a talented type of T cell called mucosal-associated invariant T…
Category: Cell biology
Epithelia Provoke Inflammation in Response to Apoptosis
Apoptosis is a process of programmed cell death that is traditionally considered to be immunologically silent. This means that it…
Genetic Scar Identified in Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria
A new study has identified a genetic scar left in the genomes of bacteria as they become resistant to antibiotic…
Unveiling the Mystery of CHRFAM7A: A Human-Specific Gene’s Role in Inflammation
A new study has shed light on the role of CHRFAM7A, a uniquely human gene, in inflammation. CHRFAM7A is thought…
B cells can create trillions of unique antibodies that provide precision targeting
B cells, also known as B lymphocytes, are a type of white blood cell of the lymphocyte subtype. They function…
Blocking immune system ‘messenger’ may treat severe asthma
Asthma is more dangerous than many people realize. An estimated 10 Americans die every day from asthma, and the disease…
Genetic Discovery Could Lead to Personalized Treatments for Inflammation
Researchers have discovered a genetic change that increases the risk of inflammation, carried by up to 3% of the global…
Hydrogen-rich water prevents radiation-induced cognitive impairment in rats
Hydrogen-rich water (HRW) has been shown to prevent cognitive impairment caused by ionizing radiation. This study aimed to investigate the…