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Newly identified process keeps some immune cells on their toes

Cancer cells use an unusual mechanism to migrate into new tissue and form metastases there. The same process probably also keeps some immune cells on their toes.

14 Oct 2022

Pain-sensing neurons protect the gut from inflammation and associated tissue damage

Neurons that sense pain protect the gut from inflammation and associated tissue damage by regulating the microbial community living in the intestines, according to a study from researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine.

14 Oct 2022

Study determines how fibroblasts play a role in tumor's ability to generate anti-HER2 therapy resistance

A study led by researchers at the Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute (IMIM-Hospital del Mar) has determined the role that fibroblasts, the cells that contribute to tissue formation, play in a tumor's ability to generate resistance to the most common biological treatment for HER2.

14 Oct 2022

Study reveals why viral infections are less frequent but more severe in individuals with Down syndrome

Individuals with Down syndrome have less-frequent viral infections, but when present, these infections lead to more severe disease.

14 Oct 2022

Study presents rare cases of COVID-19-associated pulmonary aspergillosis

Researchers presented a case series of patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)-associated pulmonary aspergillosis (CAPA). The goal of the study was to inform clinicians and healthcare workers of this serious COVID-19-related complication.

14 Oct 2022

CCA's research initiative aims to identify progress, challenges in the lives of people with celiac disease

Twenty years after the first baseline survey of Canadians living with celiac disease was conducted, the Canadian Celiac Association (CCA) is mounting a major research initiative to identify progress made and continuing challenges surrounding life with the condition.

14 Oct 2022

Will covid spike again this fall? 6 tips to help you stay safe

Last year, the emergence of the highly transmissible omicron variant of the covid-19 virus caught many people by surprise and led to a surge in cases that overwhelmed hospitals and drove up fatalities. Now we're learning that omicron is mutating to better evade the immune system.

14 Oct 2022

Study sheds new light on host-pathogen interactions and long-term consequences of brain infections

A team led by Prof Kiavash Movahedi has mapped in detail how the immune system acts against pathogens invading the brain.

12 Oct 2022

Study explores cell signaling dysregulation and COVID-19 severity

Researchers assessed the impact of dysregulation in cell signaling events on coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) severity.

12 Oct 2022

Antibody response to COVID-19 vaccine not associated with time of day of vaccination

A study in Japan finds antibody response to the Moderna COVID-19 mRNA vaccine does not vary depending on the time of day when the dose was received.

12 Oct 2022

Cell-free DNA circulating in the blood may signal early signs of dementia and frailty

In a long-term prospective study of more than 600 older participants, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers say they have evidence that higher levels of cell-free DNA circulating in the blood may signal increased risk of chronic inflammation associated with early signs of frailty and dementia.

11 Oct 2022

Duke receives federal funding for HIV vaccine research

The Duke Human Vaccine Institute and the Department of Surgery at Duke University School of Medicine received a grant from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases for HIV vaccine research that could total $25.9 million with full funding over five years.

11 Oct 2022

Review on COVID-19 biomedical waste-derived microplastic toxicity

In a new study, researchers reviewed existing literature on the biomedical waste source, elements, and the recent upsurge of microplastics during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic.

11 Oct 2022

Study provides new insights into the origin and development of B cells

B cells and the antibodies they produce play an important role in our immune system, protecting us from the microscopic enemies that make us ill.

11 Oct 2022

BNT162b2 COVID-19 booster vaccine induces robust humoral responses independent of the interval between the first two doses

A recent Cell Reports study evaluated humoral responses induced after the second and third doses of the mRNA vaccine.

11 Oct 2022

Scientists discover a promising strategy for development of broad-spectrum antiviral therapies

Researchers have identified a promising strategy for development of broad-spectrum antiviral therapies that centers around promoting a strong immune response capable of stopping a number of viruses in their infectious tracks.

10 Oct 2022

Light-Seq technology for barcoding and deep-sequencing selected cell populations in tissues

Under the microscope, researchers often observe different cell types organizing themselves in peculiar patterns within tissues, or sometimes a rare cell type that stands out by occupying a unique position, exhibiting an unusual shape, or expressing a specific biomarker molecule.

10 Oct 2022

$Certain clusters of conditions associated with poorer health outcomes after fractures in older adults$

Certain clusters of conditions associated with poorer health outcomes after fractures in older adults

Having specific combinations of underlying health issues is a significant risk for poorer health outcomes in older adults who've had a fracture, a new study from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research shows.

10 Oct 2022

Chronic liver disease in COVID-19 patients

A recent study summarizes the clinical outcomes of COVID-19 patients with chronic liver disease.

10 Oct 2022

Diet plays an important role in the success of immunotherapy

Eating a Mediterranean diet, rich in fiber, mono-unsaturated fatty acids and polyphenols, has been associated with improved immunotherapy response rates and progression-free survival in advanced melanoma patients, a new study presented today at UEG Week 2022 has found.

10 Oct 2022

Immune System News and Research

Newly identified process keeps some immune cells on their toes

Pain-sensing neurons protect the gut from inflammation and associated tissue damage

Study determines how fibroblasts play a role in tumor's ability to generate anti-HER2 therapy resistance

Study reveals why viral infections are less frequent but more severe in individuals with Down syndrome

Study presents rare cases of COVID-19-associated pulmonary aspergillosis

CCA's research initiative aims to identify progress, challenges in the lives of people with celiac disease

Will covid spike again this fall? 6 tips to help you stay safe

Study sheds new light on host-pathogen interactions and long-term consequences of brain infections

Study explores cell signaling dysregulation and COVID-19 severity

Antibody response to COVID-19 vaccine not associated with time of day of vaccination

Cell-free DNA circulating in the blood may signal early signs of dementia and frailty

Duke receives federal funding for HIV vaccine research

Review on COVID-19 biomedical waste-derived microplastic toxicity

Study provides new insights into the origin and development of B cells

BNT162b2 COVID-19 booster vaccine induces robust humoral responses independent of the interval between the first two doses

Scientists discover a promising strategy for development of broad-spectrum antiviral therapies

Light-Seq technology for barcoding and deep-sequencing selected cell populations in tissues

Certain clusters of conditions associated with poorer health outcomes after fractures in older adults

Chronic liver disease in COVID-19 patients

Diet plays an important role in the success of immunotherapy

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