immune cells
The Immature Cells That Regulate Autoimmunity
Scientists have identified the cells responsible for producing anti-inflammatory IL-10 in mouse autoimmune disease models.
The Role Of TH-GM Cells In Multiple Sclerosis
A study in mice shows that targeting the IL-7-STAT5 pathway could be a promising way to treat autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis.
Autoimmunity’s Perfect Storm: B Cells, NKT Cells & Lipids
B cells do more than produce antibodies; they also play a role in autoimmunity by hyper-activating NKT cells.
The Journey From Stem Cell To Blood Cell Revealed
Scientists have created a comprehensive catalog of the changes in RNA as stem cells commit to different blood cell lineages.
Innate Cooperation Can Kill Tumors
Scientists have found that the innate immune system also participates in the killing of tumor cells.
Newly Characterized Cells Could Treat Sepsis
Instead of antibiotics, doctors could use the patient's own immune cells to treat deadly sepsis in the future.
Defective Immune System Causes IBS Pain
A study shows that pain experienced by irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients is linked to the defective production of opioid chemicals by immune cells.
Gut Immunity Is A Two Way Street
A study shows that immune cells actively maintain a healthy gut microbiota, challenging the assumption that gut immunity is purely reactive.
Immune Cells Have A Role In Breast Cancer
A study by researchers in Australia has highlighted the important role played by immune cells in the risk of developing breast cancer.
