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Fibrosis
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Exploring the versatile roles of tissue macrophages beyond immune defense
A recent study published in Science Immunology summarized the role of resident tissue macrophages (RTMs) in homeostasis and…
Vaccines targeting chronic diseases show promise in combatting age-related conditions
In a recent review published in Nature Aging, researchers explored vaccine-based therapeutics for age-related disorders. Study: Targeting aging and…
Insilico Medicine’s AI-driven approach yields promising PTPN2/N1 inhibitor for cancer immunotherapy
In recent years, cancer immunotherapy, exemplified by PD-1 and its ligand PD-L1 blockade, has made remarkable advances. But…
New murine model sheds light on anti-MDA5 antibody-positive dermatomyositis
Some diseases involve autoimmune reactions, when the body begins to attack its own cells and proteins. The biological…
Cystic fibrosis drug found to be safe and effective in newborns
A Cystic Fibrosis drug targeting the basic defect that causes the condition has been shown to be safe…
High blood levels of TMAO predicts chronic kidney disease risk in future
New findings from Cleveland Clinic and Tufts University researchers show high blood levels of TMAO (trimethylamine N-oxide) predicts…
A call for targeted research and therapies
In a recent review published in the journal Cell Metabolism, researchers elucidated mechanisms and evaluated therapies for impaired…
UVA research could help identify COVID-19 survivors at risk for long-haul lung problems
UVA Health researchers have discovered a potential way to predict which patients with severe COVID-19 are likely to…
Maternal obesity linked to liver cancer risk in offspring
Obesity, which could reach 50% of the population in certain developed countries by 2030, is a major public…
Microplastics and nanoplastics could be harming your heart health
In a recent study published in The New England Journal of Medicine, researchers investigated whether micro- and nano-plastics…