IMMUNE SYSTEM
‘DRAIN PIPES’ IN THE BRAIN: LYMPHATIC VESSELS ACT AS PIPELINE BETWEEN BRAIN AND IMMUNE SYSTEM
A new study in eLife provides evidence that our brains may drain waste via our lymphatic vessels. The vessels may act as a ‘pipeline’ between the brain and immune system. Researchers say the findings could alter the way we think about how the brain and immune system inter-relate.… READ MORE…
IMMUNE SYSTEM IS CRITICAL FOR REGENERATION
Studying axolotl, the Mexican Salamander, researchers discover the key to regeneration lies within the immune system.… READ MORE…
AN INTERCONNECTION BETWEEN THE NERVOUS AND IMMUNE SYSTEM
Researchers reveal a neuroendocrine system reflex may trigger an increased susceptibility to contracting bacterial infections following injuries to the brain or spinal cord.… READ MORE…
IMMUNE SYSTEM LINKED TO ALCOHOL DRINKING BEHAVIOR
According to a new study, researchers were able to reduce the urge to drink alcohol in mice by blocking an immune response in the brain. The study reveals a link between the immune system and the motivation to indulge in drinking at night.… READ MORE…
‘ADRENALINE’ OF IMMUNE SYSTEM DISCOVERED
Researchers have identified neurons in the mucosal tissue that detect infection and hasten the response of immune cells.… READ MORE…
LEPROSY TURNS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM AGAINST ITSELF
Researchers reveal the mechanism behind leprosy’s destructive effect on the body and note the disease may share common characteristics with multiple sclerosis.… READ MORE…
HOW TO REPROGRAM CELLS IN OUR IMMUNE SYSTEM
According to a Nature study, researchers developed a method to reprogram specific T cells in the immune system. Scientists were able to turn pro-inflammatory cells into anti-inflammatory cells, and vice versa, to boost or suppress the immune system. Researchers believe their findings could have significant impact on developing treatments for autoimmune diseases.… READ MORE…
IMMUNE SYSTEM MAY MOUNT ATTACK IN PARKINSON’S
Researchers report T cells in Parkinson’s disease patients respond to alpha synuclein to a greater degree than those without the disease. The Nature study reports four genetic variations are associated with T cell reactivity to alpha synuclein. More than 50% of Parkinson’s patients carry at least one of the gene variants.… READ MORE…
BRAIN LIKE ACTIVITY IN IMMUNE SYSTEM PROMISES BETTER DISEASE TREATMENTS
Researchers discover brain like activity in the immune system. The Nature study reveals T cells in the immune system transfer dopamine to B cells, providing motivation for these cells to produce antibodies and battle infection. The researchers hope their findings will help develop treatments to make immune response to vaccines and infections faster, and slow autoimmune conditions.… READ MORE…
NEW CONNECTIONS SPROUT BETWEEN ALZHEIMER’S AND THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
Study offers insight into the link between the immune system and the development of Alzheimer’s disease.… READ MORE…
LINK BETWEEN IMMUNE SYSTEM, MEMORY AND BRAIN STRUCTURE DISCOVERED
Researchers discover both the structure of specific brain areas and memory are linked to genetic activity that also play important roles in immune system function.… READ MORE…
ALTERING THE IMMUNE SYSTEM TO REVERSE PARALYSIS: MOUSE STUDY
An experimental treatment can generate immune cells that migrate to the brain and prevent attacks against myelin, allowing mice the ability to regain walking skills.… READ MORE…
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