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A new “molecular switch” for inborn immunity identified

Researchers discover enzyme ANKIB1 crucial for innate immune signalling, driving type I and type III interferon induction. This finding solves a long-standing puzzle in innate immunity and provides opportunities for new therapies for devastating diseases.

Novel vaccine protects against C. diff disease and recurrence

A novel vaccination approach cleared harmful gut bacterium Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) in an animal model of infection. The experimental vaccine protected against illness, death, tissue damage and infection recurrence through mucosal immunization.

Hormone replacement therapy may help restore immunity in menopausal women

A study published in Aging Cell suggests that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can help reverse changes in the immune system caused by menopause, leading to a healthier immune profile. Women taking HRT showed fewer inflammatory monocytes and stronger infection-fighting ability compared to age-matched controls.

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Epigenetic noise: Unappreciated process helps cells change identity

Researchers at the University of Chicago discovered that random fluctuations in gene expression enable certain cells to express genes from other tissues, promoting immune system training and tissue repair. This 'epigenetic noise' can also contribute to cancer development by allowing cancer cells to access a broader range of genes.

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Human papillomavirus infection kinetics revealed in new longitudinal study

A new longitudinal study has provided unprecedented insights into human papillomavirus (HPV) infection dynamics. The study found that non-persistent infections exhibit a plateau in viral load before rapidly declining, while chronic infections show a strong correlation between immune cells and virus production. This research could infor...

Pregnancy enhances natural immunity to block severe flu

Researchers at McGill University have discovered that pregnancy enhances the body's natural immunity to block severe flu infection. By activating a powerful molecule in the nasal cavity, pregnant women may benefit from stronger antiviral defenses against the Influenza A virus.

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Human immune system is ‘ready to go’ long before birth

Researchers created a spatial atlas of the developing human thymus, revealing key differences in immune cell development and function. The study's findings could inform new T cell engineering therapies for cancer treatments, autoimmune conditions, and regenerative immune therapies for older adults or those with compromised immune systems.

Stem cells shed insight into cardiovascular disease processes

A recent study published in Stem Cell Reports has found that brief exposure to certain 'danger signals' can prime the body's innate immune system, leading to a long-term hyperreactive and inflammatory state. This mechanism can help fight infections but also increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.

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Nutrients and organelle signaling shape tissue immunity

Scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital found that nutrient availability affects T cell development and mitochondrial activity, inhibiting T cell formation in lysosomes. The study highlights the crucial role of organelle signaling, such as mitochondrial and lysosomal function, in shaping tissue immunity.

Unexpected immune response may hold key to long-term cancer remission

A new study published in Nature has found that the type 2 immune response is positively correlated with long-term cancer remission, contradicting previous theories that it promotes tumor growth. The research used samples from pioneering clinical trials and revealed a statistically significant correlation between type 2 immune factors a...

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Study sheds light on how virus-fighting cells develop during long COVID

A new long-term study found that memory T cells can be established and maintain key features to fight off subsequent infections of newer strains, providing potential insight into rapid recovery from COVID. The study's findings are important for understanding how the body responds to COVID-19.

Uncovering the specialized immune cells that fight COVID-19

A team of researchers from Osaka University has pinpointed the B cells responsible for boosting COVID-19 immunity after vaccination. They found that activated atypical B cells are the main responders to mRNA vaccines, providing a new way to assess vaccine response and underlying biology.

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Skipping breakfast may compromise the immune system

A recent study published in Immunity found that skipping breakfast can lead to a decline in immune cells and an increased risk of heart disease. The research showed that fasting triggers a stress response in the brain, which negatively affects immune cells.