February 2024

While antiretroviral therapy (ART) keeps HIV in check, a hidden reservoir of dormant virus still exists within the body. This "sleeping virus" can awaken and cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)…

A recent study brings positive findings for patients with severe autoimmune diseases. Researchers tested a new therapy called CD19 CAR T-cell therapy and found promising results in patients with conditions…

A recent study has described a fascinating connection between Alzheimer's disease and the immune system (Figure 1). Researchers discovered that the blood of Alzheimer's patients carries epigenetic changes, meaning their…

You already know smoking harms your lungs, but did you know it might also leave a lasting mark on your immune system, even after you quit? A recent study reveals…

Feeling stressed? It turns out, the effects go beyond just a racing heart and sweaty palms. New research reveals a fascinating connection between chronic stress, the immune system, and the…

What was once considered "junk cells" called Atypical B cells (ABCs), might not be junk at all. A new study reveals ABCs are key players in fighting infections like malaria,…

Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major global health threat, claiming over 1.3 million lives annually. While existing vaccines like BCG offer some protection, they're not fool proof. But there may be…

Scientists are still grappling with understanding how different diets impact the balance between immunity and our gut bacteria (microbiome). Therapeutic nutritional interventions – essentially using food as medicine – haven't…

Central nervous system tumors are the most common cause of solid tumors in children and are a clinical need. Immunotherapy is a therapeutic strategy that aims at modulating the immune…

In a recent breakthrough, researchers have shown the key role of an immune component found in breast milk, known as the complement system, in shaping the gut environment of infant…

In a new study, scientists have pioneered a cutting-edge approach harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to uncover promising targets for immunotherapy. They've developed sophisticated AI algorithms aimed at…