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Vitamin D plays an integral role in regulating immune function, and researchers have identified immune cells in mice that can be differentiated by whether or not they have vitamin D receptors — a finding that could lead to a better understanding of the link between vitamin D status and autoimmune diseases.

Research suggests that farmers can help manage resistance risks by planting a wider diversity of crops and using multiple biopesticides.

According to research, a relative of the bacterial pathogen that causes plague triggers the body’s immune system to form lesions in the intestines called granulomas.

A team from Wayne State University has discovered a new technology that will quickly and easily detect active Mycobacterium tuberculosis (TB) infection antibodies.

Sleeping fewer than six hours per night around the time of vaccination was associated with a robust decrease in antibody response, according to the multi-institution study in Current Biology.

Researchers prove that tough, woody lignin, which surrounds valuable plant fibers and other molecules that could be converted into biofuels and other commodity chemicals, can be broken down in an anaerobic environment.

A group of scientists from Tohoku University has discovered that the gingiva stiffness influences the properties of gingival fibroblasts, which in turn affects whether inflammation is likely to occur and make gingival fibers difficult to form.

According to research, elevated atmospheric CO₂ reduces soil phosphorus availability in rice crops by more than 20%.

Exercising too much and not getting enough rest is bad for your health. A new study shows that the same is true for migratory birds. They need to rest not only to renew their energy levels but also in order to boost their immune system.

New research from the University of Georgia suggests most people don’t understand the difference between a preprint and a published academic journal article.