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A Harvard Scientist's Tuberculosis Research Is Threatened by Trump's Cuts

The Trump administration's freeze on research funding critically impacts Harvard's tuberculosis research, signaling threats to scientific inquiry at elite universities.

Miscellaneous

Regulated somatic hypermutation enhances antibody affinity maturation - Nature

B cells in germinal centers oscillate between zones to enhance affinity through mutation and selection processes.

Cancer cells 'poison' the immune system with tainted mitochondria

Cancer cells can transfer defective mitochondria to immune cells, leading to immune evasion.

Research reveals the previously unknown migration of mitochondria in human cells.

Author Correction: HIV-1 Env trimers asymmetrically engage CD4 receptors in membranes - Nature

The research showcases collaboration across departments to study microbial pathogenesis and its role in diseases such as AIDS and cancer.

Cancer

VDAC2 loss elicits tumour destruction and inflammation for cancer therapy - Nature

Genetically engineered mice were essential for studying immune responses in cancer research under ethical guidelines.

OMG science

Understanding Epigenetic Control of Antibody Responses - News Center

BAF complexes regulate antibody responses; mutations in these complexes contribute to immune dysfunction linked to cancer.

OMG science

Cancer cells 'poison' the immune system with tainted mitochondria

Cancer cells can transfer defective mitochondria to immune cells, leading to immune evasion.

Research reveals the previously unknown migration of mitochondria in human cells.

Author Correction: HIV-1 Env trimers asymmetrically engage CD4 receptors in membranes - Nature

The research showcases collaboration across departments to study microbial pathogenesis and its role in diseases such as AIDS and cancer.

Cancer

VDAC2 loss elicits tumour destruction and inflammation for cancer therapy - Nature

Genetically engineered mice were essential for studying immune responses in cancer research under ethical guidelines.

OMG science

Understanding Epigenetic Control of Antibody Responses - News Center

BAF complexes regulate antibody responses; mutations in these complexes contribute to immune dysfunction linked to cancer.

more#cancer-research

Mental health

Can Adults Develop Seasonal Allergies? Symptoms and Treatments, Explained

People can develop seasonal allergies later in life, commonly in their 20s to 40s, often misidentified as cold symptoms.

#influenza

fromCornell Chronicle

COVID-flu vaccine could provide broad, lasting protection | Cornell Chronicle

A new vaccine platform from Cornell researchers offers longer-lasting protection against COVID-19 and influenza, showing promising results in mouse models.

fromSFGATE

OMG science

Stanford researchers' flu vaccine breakthrough could help US fight bird flu

Stanford researchers have created a stronger flu vaccine that aims to protect against multiple strains, potentially including bird flu, using a novel molecular approach.

fromCornell Chronicle

COVID-flu vaccine could provide broad, lasting protection | Cornell Chronicle

A new vaccine platform from Cornell researchers offers longer-lasting protection against COVID-19 and influenza, showing promising results in mouse models.

OMG science

fromSFGATE

Stanford researchers' flu vaccine breakthrough could help US fight bird flu

Stanford researchers have created a stronger flu vaccine that aims to protect against multiple strains, potentially including bird flu, using a novel molecular approach.

Opinion | The Texas Measles Outbreak Is Even Scarier Than It Looks

The Texas measles outbreak highlights the severe long-term risks of the virus, far beyond immediate fatalities.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Digital life

Are Childhood Vaccines Overloading' the Immune System? No.

The idea that vaccines overwhelm babies' immune systems and cause autism is widely debunked.

Coronavirus

Fears of fast spread of XEC Covid strain after many haven't had vaccines in long time

The new Covid XEC variant may spread quickly due to low vaccination levels, but is not expected to lead to new restrictions.

Coronavirus

New COVID-19 XEC variant circulating just before fall

The new COVID-19 variant XEC is not anticipated to dominate this winter, with symptoms similar to previous strains.

Opinion | The Texas Measles Outbreak Is Even Scarier Than It Looks

The Texas measles outbreak highlights the severe long-term risks of the virus, far beyond immediate fatalities.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Digital life

Are Childhood Vaccines Overloading' the Immune System? No.

The idea that vaccines overwhelm babies' immune systems and cause autism is widely debunked.

Coronavirus

Fears of fast spread of XEC Covid strain after many haven't had vaccines in long time

The new Covid XEC variant may spread quickly due to low vaccination levels, but is not expected to lead to new restrictions.

Coronavirus

New COVID-19 XEC variant circulating just before fall

The new COVID-19 variant XEC is not anticipated to dominate this winter, with symptoms similar to previous strains.

Scientists Describe Rare Syndrome Following Covid Vaccinations

Post-vaccination syndrome may affect some people, causing several adverse effects like fatigue and brain fog.

Research indicates potential biological changes linked to post-vaccination syndrome, warranting further investigation.

fromIrish Independent

OMG science

New link between shift work and obesity outlined by researchers at Trinity College Dublin

Interleukin-17A plays a key role in fat storage regulation, offering new therapeutic potential for obesity and metabolic disorders.

Scientists Describe Rare Syndrome Following Covid Vaccinations

Post-vaccination syndrome may affect some people, causing several adverse effects like fatigue and brain fog.

Research indicates potential biological changes linked to post-vaccination syndrome, warranting further investigation.

fromIrish Independent

OMG science

New link between shift work and obesity outlined by researchers at Trinity College Dublin

Interleukin-17A plays a key role in fat storage regulation, offering new therapeutic potential for obesity and metabolic disorders.

more#research-findings

#medical-research

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Medicine

New study finds affordable cure for some peanut allergies, offering hope to thousands

A new study offers a potential cure for some children with peanut allergies, enabling them to tolerate peanut products under controlled conditions.

Medicine

Gasdermin D-mediated metabolic crosstalk promotes tissue repair - Nature

Interdisciplinary collaboration in medical research enhances innovation and problem-solving capabilities.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Medicine

New study finds affordable cure for some peanut allergies, offering hope to thousands

A new study offers a potential cure for some children with peanut allergies, enabling them to tolerate peanut products under controlled conditions.

Medicine

Gasdermin D-mediated metabolic crosstalk promotes tissue repair - Nature

Interdisciplinary collaboration in medical research enhances innovation and problem-solving capabilities.

more#medical-research

#pharmaceuticals

from24/7 Wall St.

Business

AbbVie (ABBV) Earnings Live: Why The Stock Is Up Big Today

AbbVie's fourth-quarter earnings exceeded expectations, driven by strong sales of Skyrizi and Rinvoq.

OMG science

Daily briefing: Former NIH director Monica Bertagnolli talks Trump

Scratching an itch activates the immune response, potentially protecting against infections and revealing a satisfying sensation for humans.

from24/7 Wall St.

Business

AbbVie (ABBV) Earnings Live: Why The Stock Is Up Big Today

AbbVie's fourth-quarter earnings exceeded expectations, driven by strong sales of Skyrizi and Rinvoq.

OMG science

Daily briefing: Former NIH director Monica Bertagnolli talks Trump

Scratching an itch activates the immune response, potentially protecting against infections and revealing a satisfying sensation for humans.

more#pharmaceuticals

fromMail Online

OMG science

Scientist reveals why you should never dry your clothes indoors

Drying clothes indoors in poorly ventilated spaces can promote mould growth, leading to serious health risks.

#microbiology

OMG science

The skin's 'surprise' power: it has its very own immune system

The skin can produce its own antibodies, suggesting a novel target for needle-free vaccine development.

OMG science

Understanding How Poxviruses Hijack Protein Production - News Center

Poxviruses manipulate host ribosomes to enhance their protein production by altering the ribosomal structure, not its composition, during infection.

OMG science

The skin's 'surprise' power: it has its very own immune system

The skin can produce its own antibodies, suggesting a novel target for needle-free vaccine development.

OMG science

Understanding How Poxviruses Hijack Protein Production - News Center

Poxviruses manipulate host ribosomes to enhance their protein production by altering the ribosomal structure, not its composition, during infection.

How HIV research has reshaped modern medicine - Harvard Gazette

The fight against HIV has transformed it from a death sentence to a manageable chronic condition, providing insights for treating other diseases.

Coronavirus

California lab makes new discovery in search for HIV vaccine

Research from Scripps shows promise in developing an HIV vaccine by understanding unique antibody responses.

OMG science

fromHarvard Gazette

How HIV research has reshaped modern medicine - Harvard Gazette

The fight against HIV has transformed it from a death sentence to a manageable chronic condition, providing insights for treating other diseases.

Coronavirus

California lab makes new discovery in search for HIV vaccine

Research from Scripps shows promise in developing an HIV vaccine by understanding unique antibody responses.

more#hiv

fromwww.nature.com

Medicine

Engineered receptors for soluble cellular communication and disease sensing

The SNIPR architecture enhances therapeutic targeting in synthetic biology through low baseline activity and specific activation by soluble ligands.

Health

fromNews

The microbiome is worlds within worlds

The human microbiome influences health and mortality through complex interactions among microorganisms.

Medicine

Structure of a fully assembled T-cell antigen receptor - Nature

Interdisciplinary collaboration enhances research in infection and immunity.

fromMedCity News