Articles tagged with Major Histocompatibility Complex
A new study from Virginia Tech found that task switching in transplant surgeries increases one-year mortality rates by 14.8 percent, highlighting the need for efficient scheduling and workflow changes to minimize risks. The research also suggests that recovery time and surgeon experience level can mitigate these effects.
A team of Arizona State University scientists has developed an AI-based learning tool called HLA Inception that can classify individual proteins and predict immune responses. The tool uses machine learning to analyze electrostatic signatures on MHC-1 proteins, enabling faster predictions than traditional methods.
Genome-wide studies reveal that early European farmers adopted more immune system genes from hunter-gatherers than expected, suggesting natural selection played a key role in adapting to diseases.
CHOP researchers have identified variants of a chaperone molecule that can enhance the loading of peptides across different HLA types, which could be used in cell therapy and immunization applications. The study found that chicken-derived TAPBPR proteins can react with multiple HLA allotypes and stabilize the empty MHC-I groove, boosti...
A new research center will use genomic data and socioeconomic factors to better predict health outcomes in individuals of diverse ancestry. The center aims to develop computational tools to combine large datasets and analyze them for consistent relationships among admixed populations.
Researchers found that female birds choose partners based on their genetic compatibility, specifically high MHC gene diversity, rather than physical attractiveness. This study provides the first experimental evidence for MHC-dependent mate preference in birds.
A definitive gene screen has confirmed the major histocompatibility complex genes' significant influence on multiple sclerosis (MS) genetics. The study, which analyzed genetic data from over 730 families, found critical implications for future MS research directions.