The Immune System – News and Features

Research from VIB-UGent identifies lipid-associated macrophages and LAM-like Kupffer cells as critical for liver repair. The study reveals TREM2's role in clearing damaged cells and promoting recovery.

A collaborative study identifies unique blood plasma biomarkers in pediatric Long Covid patients using AI, achieving a 93% diagnostic accuracy. The test could transform care by enabling definitive diagnosis and targeted treatment.

A new experimental vaccine developed by researchers could offer protection against emerging variants of SARS-CoV-2, as well as related coronaviruses, known as sarbecoviruses, that could spill over from animals to humans.

Researchers at MedUni Vienna have developed a combination therapy using systemic interferon-I and topical imiquimod. Effective against local tumors and distant metastases, the therapy improves sensitivity to checkpoint inhibitors.

Researchers revealed mitochondria's role in immune regulation through IL-10 production, controlled by mitochondrial complex III and ROS signaling pathways. Enhancing mitochondrial function could treat inflammatory diseases like lupus.

A diet inspired by non-industrialized societies can significantly reduce the risk of a number of chronic diseases by modulating the gut microbiome.

High demand and supply shortages of weight loss drugs have presented opportunities for counterfeit drugs to enter the market. So, what are the dangers of counterfeits? And what can consumers look out for?

Incretin-mimetic drugs contribute to dramatic weight loss, but this does not solely mean fat loss. In this article, we explore the impact of incretin-mimetic drugs on muscle health and what can be done to limit these severe side effects.

APOBEC enzymes, which normally help fight viral infections by mutating viral DNA, cause repeat expansions and are unusually active in the brains of Huntington’s patients.

Pathogen-fighting immune cells go through a surprising transformation and relocation as they fight infections in the gut.