Immune system

Prior exposure to virus linked to lower risk of birth defects

Natural immunity shields against congenital cytomegalovirus.

COVID-19 vulnerability tied to past infections and vaccination

Mapping antigenic connections in SARS-CoV-2 and serological reactions.

Mother mice’s placental health and the gut microbiome’s role

Maternal microbiome enhances placental development in mice.

MRSA and superbugs face defeat with unique vaccine

Protein-free vaccine boosts innate immunity and guards against hospital infections.

Nuclease activity of Trimeric Schlafen domains in piRNA processing

Trimeric Schlafen-domain nuclease and piRNA processing.

UMass Amherst study reveals small RNA’s vital role in fighting cancer

Let-7 boosts tumor-fighting CD8 T cells in mice.

Less stress boosts T cells as cancer fighters

Sympathetic nerves linked to T cell exhaustion via β1-adrenergic receptor.

CityU’s cutting-edge photo-oxidation therapy for cancer

Near-infrared light targets biomolecules in cancer treatment.

Healthy living prevents depression, with insights from new research

Exploring the links between lifestyle, depression, and brain mechanisms.

Fiber from crustaceans, insects, and mushrooms aids digestion

A stomach immune circuit handles chitin-rich diets in mammals.

New cell type discovered in thymus

UC Riverside biomedical scientists say the cells are like M cells in the gut and airways.

Enhancing CAR T cells for blood cancer treatment

Epitope editing for universal blood cancer immunotherapy.

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