Immunology
Worm infection reveals cross-talk in the lymph nodes
By studying a worm infection, EPFL scientists have discovered how lymphatic vessels grow within lymph nodes, with major implications for cancer and inflammation.
Aug 28, 2017
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A new way to stimulate the immune system and fight infection
A study carried out by Eric Vivier and Sophie Ugolini at the Marseille-Luminy Centre for Immunology has just reveal a gene in mice which, when mutated, can stimulate the immune system to help fight against tumors and viral ...
Jan 20, 2012
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Growing up in a bilingual home has lasting benefits
New research has found that growing up in a bilingual home can provide unexpected cognitive benefits later in life.
Jan 22, 2021
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Oncology & Cancer
Researchers overcome barrier to cancer immunotherapy
(Medical Xpress) -- In lab studies, researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Cancer Center have effectively reprogrammed cells of the innate and adaptive immune system to overcome a key cancer defense mechanism ...
Sep 2, 2011
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Medical research
Reversal of type 1 diabetes in mice may eventually help humans
Investigators at the University of Cincinnati (UC) have found a therapy that reverses new onset Type 1 diabetes in mouse models and may advance efforts in combating the disease among humans.
Jun 15, 2014
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HIV & AIDS
A trait of the rare few whose bodies naturally control HIV: 'Trained' immune cells
Immunity often calls to mind the adaptive immune response, made up of antibodies and T cells that learn to fight specific pathogens after infection or vaccination. But the immune system also has an innate immune response, ...
May 5, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
AI-based research reveals that extreme temperatures fuel online hate speech
Temperatures above or below a feel-good window of 12–21 degrees Celsius (54–70 °F) are linked to a marked rise in aggressive online behavior across the U.S., a new study finds. Analyzing billions of tweets posted on ...
Sep 7, 2022
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Genetics
Immune memory is achieved by epigenetic and topological rearrangements of DNA in immune cells, research suggests
The immune system is one of the most complex parts of our body. It keeps us healthy by getting rid of parasites, viruses or bacteria, and by destroying damaged or cancer cells. One of its most intriguing abilities is its ...
Jul 13, 2023
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Neuroscience
Responsive brain stimulation could improve life for Parkinson's sufferers
(Medical Xpress)—Researchers in Oxford have demonstrated a significant improvement in the treatment of advanced Parkinson's disease with deep brain stimulation.
Jul 15, 2013
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Genetics
Scientists identify genes linked to Western African Pygmies' small stature
If Pygmies are known for one trait, it is their short stature: Pygmy men stand just 4'11" on average. But the reason why these groups are so short and neighboring groups are not remains unclear. Scientists have proposed various ...
Apr 26, 2012
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