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New UGA study focuses on safe infant feeding in post-disaster setting

In the wake of a natural disaster, displaced families face a number of hardships that may lead to poor health and nutrition. In these conditions, babies and mothers are particularly vulnerable, but their unique feeding needs are often overlooked in disaster relief efforts.

2 Mar 2018

Nervous system can "put the brakes" on immune response and prevent excessive inflammation

Cells in the nervous system can "put the brakes" on the immune response to infections in the gut and lungs to prevent excessive inflammation, according to research by Weill Cornell Medicine scientists. This insight may one day lead to new ways to treat diseases caused by unchecked inflammation, such as asthma and inflammatory bowel disease.

2 Mar 2018

CRISPR enzyme can also cleave RNA, finds study

Researchers have discovered that the Cas-9 enzyme used in CRISPR gene editing can also cleave complimentary messenger RNA, in addition to DNA.

2 Mar 2018

Researchers discover novel mechanism that leads to pleural effusion in lung cancer patients

Lung cancer patients are particularly susceptible to malignant pleural effusion, when fluid collects in the space between the lungs and the chest wall.

1 Mar 2018

Researchers develop genetic bar codes for superfoods

Chia seeds, Moringa powder, Açai or Goji berries, the list of foods with alleged health benefits is increasing constantly. Health-conscious consumers love "superfoods" that are attributed stress-reducing and detoxifying properties as well as properties strengthening the immune system.

1 Mar 2018

Leading consultants from the North East putting rare diseases expertise on world stage

This Rare Disease Day (28 February), the Academic Health Science Network, is shining a spotlight on the region’s healthcare pioneers chosen to lead three major European rare disease networks.

1 Mar 2018

Scientists explore factors that most affect our immune system

Why do we respond differently to infections or vaccines? Why are some people allergic to pollen? These are still unanswered questions in biological and medical science.

28 Feb 2018

Unique progenitor cells in the pancreas have potential to develop glucose-responsive beta cells

Scientists from the Diabetes Research Institute at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine have confirmed the existence of progenitor cells within the human pancreas that can be stimulated to develop into glucose-responsive beta cells.

28 Feb 2018

USC scientists use metal-detection technique to study cancer

Metal detection has helped mining companies strike gold and airport security identify passengers who are a potential threat. Now USC scientists have pushed its use into another realm: studying cancer.

28 Feb 2018

Report highlights needs, experiences of people with rare autoimmune rheumatic diseases

People living with rare autoimmune rheumatic diseases are facing major obstacles to diagnosis, treatment and lifestyle according to a major new study published today [Wednesday 28th February].

28 Feb 2018

Activation of pregnant mother's immune system can affect baby's brain development, study reveals

A landmark study published in the Journal of Neuroscience on February 26 reveals that activation of a pregnant mother's immune system can affect her baby's brain development.

28 Feb 2018

New treatment shows promise to fight against serious inflammatory disease

Still's disease is a serious orphan disease manifested by high fevers, skin and joint involvement, including paralysis, as well as damage to other organs such as the liver or spleen. It is caused by a deregulation of the immune system triggering an acute inflammatory response.

27 Feb 2018

Researchers uncover new cause of dry, inflamed and itchy skin in eczema patients

Researchers at National Jewish Health have discovered a cause of the dry, inflamed and itchy skin that plagues eczema patients.

27 Feb 2018

Following the fire: Montana scientists seize chance to scrutinize smoke exposure

Jean Loesch and her family live in Seeley Lake, Mont., which saw the longest and most intense smoke from Montana’s wildfires last summer. Loesch has 10 children, adopted or in her foster care, and they are learning what it’s like to have lingering respiratory problems.

27 Feb 2018

New discovery may allow doctors to treat inflammation in neurodegenerative diseases

A new discovery about the immune system may allow doctors to treat harmful inflammation that damages the brain in neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's. It might also let doctors save patients from the potentially deadly inflammation of sepsis, a full-body infection that kills a quarter-million Americans every year.

26 Feb 2018

Immune System News and Research

New UGA study focuses on safe infant feeding in post-disaster setting

Nervous system can "put the brakes" on immune response and prevent excessive inflammation

CRISPR enzyme can also cleave RNA, finds study

Researchers discover novel mechanism that leads to pleural effusion in lung cancer patients

Researchers develop genetic bar codes for superfoods

Leading consultants from the North East putting rare diseases expertise on world stage

Scientists explore factors that most affect our immune system

Unique progenitor cells in the pancreas have potential to develop glucose-responsive beta cells

USC scientists use metal-detection technique to study cancer

Report highlights needs, experiences of people with rare autoimmune rheumatic diseases

Activation of pregnant mother's immune system can affect baby's brain development, study reveals

New treatment shows promise to fight against serious inflammatory disease

Researchers uncover new cause of dry, inflamed and itchy skin in eczema patients

Following the fire: Montana scientists seize chance to scrutinize smoke exposure

New discovery may allow doctors to treat inflammation in neurodegenerative diseases

Study unravels novel cellular and molecular pathway that regulates innate, adaptive immunity

Steps to take for boosting immune system and maintaining a healthy body

Rare immune cell may prove to be potent weapon in fighting against cancer

New study identifies possible target for treatment of dangerous allergic reactions

Efficacy of cancer immunotherapy increased by deactivating tumor defence mechanism

Understanding the DNA Damage Response in Innate Immunity eBook

Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

The impact of vibration on microscopy

How Omics Technologies Are Transforming Biological Research and Drug Discovery

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