Cells throughout the body work together like singers in a choir to keep us healthy, as long as they work in perfect harmony.

In a recent study in mice, we found that simply perceiving hunger can change the number of immune cells in the blood, even ...

A research group has uncovered a potential mechanism linking maternal inflammation to delayed neurodevelopment in infants. The research suggests the role of CD11c-positive microglia -- immune cells in ...

Even in the case of uncomplicated infections, the body prepares itself early on for the possibility of a more severe course.

MIT scientists find the protein IL-17 that fights infection also acts on the brain, inducing anxiety or sociability. This adds to evidence that immune molecules can influence behavior during illness.

Research in mice shows that inflammatory molecules influence mood and behavior by acting on specific brain regions. The findings help explain why some people experience lasting mood changes after ...

Molecular stool test shows promise in improving TB detection in adults with HIV, offering a simpler, non-invasive diagnostic option.

A new study published in the journal Immunity reveals a mechanism that allows triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) to develop resistance to therapy.

Researchers at the University of Cologne have discovered that mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines have a persistent effect on the ...

It’s more common in older adults, people with weakened immune systems, and people with primary CNS lymphoma. There are two main types of lymphocytes, called B cells and T cells. But the kind ...

Immune cells in the skin ‘cauterize’ open wounds and create ‘band-aids’ to prevent the spread of harmful bacteria and foreign molecules from injury sites, finds a study 1 in mice.

Typically associated with the immune system, vitamin D can also help with bone and muscle health, inflammation reduction, cell growth and glucose metabolism. Whether you're dealing with a ...