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Systemic autoimmune diseases are characterized by inflammation of multiple organs and can have devastating consequences for patients. There is a dire need for treatments against these diseases. RNase treatments seem promising in some clinical trials but not all.

Bioluminescent bacteria and the Hawaiian bobtail squid have formed a longstanding mutually beneficial relationship. How the bacteria coordinate their behavior to colonize the squid is detailed in new study.

According to a study, the alteration of a group of genes known to influence neuronal plasticity and pain perceptions, rather than a single gene defect, is linked to alcohol use disorders.

DNA that folds into different shapes "like origami" has been used to direct the assembly of virus capsids, giving researchers control over virus protein shape, size and topology.

New research has shone light on how dendritic cells organize themselves as they migrate through the body's tissues.

Breakthrough research has found that Group A Streptococcus infections are more likely transmitted from asymptomatic throat carriage than skin-to-skin contact in communities with high rates of infection.

Technology Networks interviewed renowned scientist Dr. Feng Zhang to learn about his recent Nature publication outlining the discovery of "Fanzor", an RNA-guided system in eukaryotes.

The Blastocystis microbe is commonly found in our intestines, yet its role in human health is poorly understood – it can be considered a sign of a healthy gut but can also cause illness. New research shines a light on its evolution.

According to research, aerobic glycolysis, the process by which cells transform glucose into lactate, is key for mammal eye development.

Previously, researchers hypothesized that fig diversity stems from widespread gene sharing, but a new study indicates that figs' evolution is stable within lineages.