All Immunology articles – Page 4
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NewsMast cells: new target for preventing meningitis and brain disease
Scientists at Washington University School of Medicine have discovered that mast cells – immune cells best known for triggering allergic reactions – also help protect the brain from bacterial and viral infections. This could have important implications for treating brain infections in the future.
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NewsAutoimmune breakthrough: Egr-1 regulates treg cells in diseases like MS
Scientists have found a key mechanism driving immune regulation in autoimmune diseases like MS and IBD – which could lead to new targeted treatments.
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Gene therapy boosts CAR-T power against glioblastoma
Researchers at SR-TIGET in Milan have developed a novel gene therapy approach that supercharges CAR-T cell therapy against glioblastoma – strengthening treatment against one of the world’s deadliest brain cancers.
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$250K grant fuels development of new type 1 diabetes therapy
Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have received a $250,000 grant from the Critical Path Institute’s Translational Therapeutics Accelerator (TRxA) to develop a novel CD22 bidentate therapeutic for type 1 diabetes to support formulation and new preclinical studies.
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New polymer boosts mRNA vaccine safety
A new material developed at Cornell University offers a more effective way to deliver mRNA vaccines by replacing polyethylene glycol (PEG) with a water-loving polymer poly(carboxybetaine) (PCB).
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NewsInside the immune ‘handbook’ set to disrupt fibrosis research
Nearly a billion people are affected by chronic organ scarring, yet treatments remain limited. Now, Duke-NUS researchers have compiled a scientific ‘handbook’ of immune cell insights that could fast-track breakthroughs in fibrosis therapy.
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NewsStatins repurposed for sepsis show life-saving potential
A new study suggests statins, cheap and widely used cholesterol drugs, could be repurposed to reduce the risk of death from sepsis. Researchers reported a 39 percent drop in 28-day mortality, highlighting their potential role in critical care.
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NewsBCG alters bone marrow to strengthen anti-cancer response
A new study reveals that BCG, a decades-old bladder cancer treatment, reprograms the immune system at the bone marrow level, offering a new perspective into how this immunotherapy boosts the body’s defence against cancer.
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NewsVascularised stem cell organoids advance diabetes therapy
A team of researchers have developed the first vascularised organoid model of human pancreatic islets, which could lead to further development of advanced cell therapies for diabetes.
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ArticlePOLB 001: tackling cytokine storms before they start
Cytokine release syndrome (CRS) is a major barrier in cancer immunotherapy - but what if we could prevent it before it begins? Dr Liam Tremble, Principal Scientist at Poolbeg Pharma, discusses how POLB 001, an oral anti-inflammatory candidate, could offer a new way forward.
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ArticleBuilding better drugs: how 3D models are shaping pre-clinical development
Three-dimensional (3D) models are reshaping pre-clinical drug development by providing more accurate insights into drug safety and efficacy. Explore how these advanced in vitro systems help improve predictions and reduce the risk of failure in early-stage drug discovery.
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NewsNew study identifies key immune cells that prevent food allergies
A specialised group of immune cells in the gut has been found to prevent allergic reactions - a discovery that could lead to new treatments for allergies and autoimmune diseases.
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ArticlePioneering cellular therapies for age-related diseases
Discover how Immorta Bio's cellular therapies are addressing cancer and liver failure, with the potential to transform healthcare.
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NewsPromising psoriasis treatment reduces symptoms without steroids
A team of scientists from the University of Birmingham has discovered a powerful new treatment for psoriasis. The treatment uses a tripeptide that has shown steroid-level effectiveness in reducing symptoms, offering fresh hope for the long-term management of this chronic skin condition.
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ArticleGylden’s gold platform trains T cells to kill viruses
What if vaccines could train your immune system to eliminate infections at the source? Find out how Gylden Pharma’s gold nanoparticle platform delivers targeted T cell immunity - providing a precise and durable defence against complex infectious diseases.
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NewsB cell discovery could supercharge future vaccine development
New research reveals how B cells balance mutation and clonal expansion to refine their antibodies. This discovery could lead to more targeted and effective vaccine designs for various diseases.
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NewsNew approach targets VHR enzyme for sepsis treatment
A new study reveals a promising approach to sepsis treatment by targeting the VHR enzyme using fragment-based drug discovery. This innovative method could lead to more effective therapies for sepsis and other immune-related conditions.
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WebinarReprogramming immunity: designing smarter checkpoint receptor agonists
Join Dr Daniela Cipolletta from Seismic Therapeutic to discover how FcγRIIb clustering enabled the discovery of S-4321, a low-affinity PD-1 agonist that restores immune balance by engaging multiple inhibitory pathways.
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Scientists discover key to long COVID lung damage and potential treatment
Scientists at the University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine have uncovered a crucial mechanism behind the lingering effects of long COVID, revealing how severe COVID-19 infections impair immune cells’ ability to repair lung tissue.
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ArticleHope for ALS and inflammatory diseases: Cellenkos' CRANE technology breakthrough
Cellenkos' CRANE technology, led by Dr Simrit Parmar, harnesses regulatory T cells to precisely target and treat inflammatory diseases. This innovative approach offers hope for conditions like aplastic anaemia, myelofibrosis, and ALS.