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E. coli use an ancient war trick to kill viruses
E. coli use an ancient war trick to kill viruses E. coli bacteria have discovered an ancient war trick to kill viruses by hijacking viral enzymes to produce an immune signal molecule that triggers a defense against the virus. The newly discovered “Kongming” defense system allows the bacterium to commit suicide, taking the virus down […]
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‘Flagging’ shows promise against tough cancers
‘Flagging’ shows promise against tough cancers Researchers have developed a new treatment approach called “flagging” that uses synthetic antigens to teach the immune system to recognize and eliminate cancer cells, offering promise against tough-to-treat cancers like brain, breast, and colon tumors. The experimental therapy works by marking tumor cells with a synthetic antigen delivered via […]
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From furry friends to fish, turning up the heat helps animals fight germs − how Mother Nature’s cure offers humans a lesson on fever
From furry friends to fish, turning up the heat helps animals fight germs − how Mother Nature’s cure offers humans a lesson on fever Fever is not caused by pathogens like SARS-CoV-2 or the flu, but rather by the body’s immune system response to infection. The body raises its internal temperature to create a hostile […]
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Food allergy discovery could pave way for new treatments
Food allergy discovery could pave way for new treatments A recent study in mice has identified an innovative strategy to potentially manage food allergy risk by targeting essential immune cells in the intestine. The research found that a specific population of cells, called RORγt+ dendritic cells, play a crucial role in preventing food allergies by […]
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Measles can ravage the immune system and brain, causing long-term damage – a virologist explains
Measles can ravage the immune system and brain, causing long-term damage – a virologist explains Measles infections send 1 in 5 people to the hospital. wildpixel/ iStock via Getty Images Plus The measles outbreak that began in west Texas in late January 2025 continues to grow, with 400 confirmed cases in Texas and more than […]
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