A recent study has shown a correlation between vitamin D deficiency and COVID-19 severity and…
Browsing: Immunology
Immunology is the branch of biomedical science that studies the immune system: our body’s defense mechanism against infections, diseases, and harmful substances. It explores how immune responses are triggered, how the body distinguishes between self and non-self, and what happens when these processes go awry, leading to conditions like autoimmune disorders, allergies, or immune deficiencies. Immunology also underpins the development of vaccines, immunotherapies, and treatments for infections and cancer. This page features the latest research in immunology, including breakthroughs in understanding immune function, disease resistance, and new therapeutic strategies.
“Rogue antibodies” in COVID-19 patients, including IgG, may explain severe blood clotting and organ damage.…
Mutations in SARS-CoV-2 strains might evade the T cell response in some populations. Regional variations…
Researchers also found that previously-infected patients with obesity, contrary to expectations, had a higher and…
A study reveals that immune cells clearing amyloid-beta in Alzheimer’s patients are influenced by circadian…
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory scientists have found that disulfiram, traditionally used for treating alcoholism, can…
WSU researchers have discovered that the innate immune system can specifically respond to pathogens through…
Two for one: Repeated seasonal influenza vaccines also provide kids better protection against future flu…
A computational study shows that dozens of mutations help the virus’ spike protein evade antibodies…
COVID-19 vaccines produce effective T cells against variants. While T cells don’t prevent infection, they…
OHSU laboratory research compares routes to immunity involving vaccination. New laboratory research from Oregon Health…
Tracking new hotspots of SARS-CoV-2 will become more important as the virus evolves and becomes…
Findings shed light on factors behind Omicron’s increased transmissibility, including strong antibody evasion and binding…
People vaccinated three times or vaccinated after an earlier COVID-19 infection had comparable neutralizing antibody…
Research shows that children’s stronger innate immune response helps them fend off SARS-CoV-2 more effectively…
A study reveals that magnesium is vital for T cells’ effectiveness in combating cancer and…
Research indicates a third dose of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine significantly enhances protection against the Omicron…
Researchers discovered P36-5D2, an antibody effective against major SARS-CoV-2 variants. It showed significant prophylactic effects…