October 2023

The ability to bind albumin is a well-recognized characteristic of many bacteria. In recent paper, researchers show for the first time, the ability of mycobacteria, in particular Mycobacterium avium subsp.…

  Cytomegalovirus (CMV), a common herpesvirus, is a quiet threat that can lead to miscarriages and birth defects when transmitted from mothers to their developing fetuses. However, a new study…

In the realm of virology, some viruses can quietly coexist within a host's body for a lifetime, causing no harm. However, they can eventually become active and cause harm when…

In a recent study, researchers have unveiled a novel approach to enhance the immune system's battle against solid tumours. This method, utilizing minuscule nanocapsules, has demonstrated its potential to empower…

In a new study, researchers have made a new discovery regarding Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, shedding light on a potential breakthrough in the battle against mosquito-borne viruses like dengue, yellow fever,…

Leishmaniasis, a parasitic disease primarily known for its disfiguring skin manifestations, harbors a secret weapon in its more severe form, visceral leishmaniasis. New research reveals that the parasites causing this…

Pregnancy is a remarkable journey where the body's immune system adapts to support the growing fetus while safeguarding the well-being of both the parent and the child. In a recent…

In a recent study, researchers have described new insights into “killer T cells,” also known as as CD8+ T cells (Figure 1). These cells are crucial in defending the body…

In a recent study, researchers have unveiled a novel imaging agent, 68Ga-ABY-025, capable of predicting the early metabolic response to HER2-targeted treatment in patients with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer (Figure…

In a recent study, researchers have unveiled a double-acting strategy for combating the notoriously aggressive and challenging-to-treat triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) (Figure 1). Their findings showcase the potential of silencing…

Autophagy, the cellular process of recycling and degrading damaged components or organelles, plays a vital role in various biological systems. In the immune system, it's particularly involved in processes like…

Biomedical implants have undoubtedly revolutionized modern medicine, from life-saving pacemakers to cosmetic enhancements like breast implants. However, an often-puzzling challenge in this realm is the body's tendency to reject these…