Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have identified stem cells in the human thymus for the first time. These cells
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Enhancing immune defenses: Researchers unveil the secrets of specialized T cells to conquer tumors
Our immune system has an ingenious trick up its sleeve. It remembers past foes, stopping potential sickness in its tracks
Researcher combats bullying of students with disabilities
Students with disabilities are often bullied and socially excluded in school at a far greater rate than their classmates. To
Researchers find male and female immune systems get trained differently in response to infections
The human immune system is adaptive, remembering past infections and training itself to guard against future similar infections. But what
New research establishes enduring connection between racial segregation, childhood blood lead levels
Living in a racially segregated neighborhood puts Black children at a higher risk of having elevated blood lead levels, and
How a mere 12% of Americans eat half the nation’s beef, creating significant health and environmental impacts
A new study has found that 12% of Americans are responsible for eating half of all beef consumed on a
Study reveals important associations between gut microbiome and eczema in infancy
A new study has revealed important associations between the gut microbiome and eczema in infancy and has established the basis
Surprising study results: Students are bored during exams
In the case of boredom, we think of many situations in life but intuitively not of exams. However, an international
High mortality in cardiogenic shock despite extracorporeal life support (ECLS)
The use of active mechanical circulatory support is growing rapidly around the world. The hope is that these systems will
New ‘droplet battery’ could pave the way for miniature bio-integrated devices
University of Oxford researchers have made a significant step towards realising miniature bio-integrated devices, capable of directly stimulating cells. The
