Developments in immune system research
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If I've learned anything in my 56 years, it's that children are parasites — I'd know that even if I hadn't fathered dozens of illegitimate kids across the deep south.
- SAHA boosts regulatory T cell activityrecommended by alf
Initially it may come as a surprise, but it turns out that some powerful cancer drugs also are useful against autoimmune diseases as well. A good example is the monoclonal antibody rituximab.
- Antibodies trigger mast cells to release IL-10, presumably as negative feedback.recommended by alf
A blood cell known as a troublemaker for triggering the itch and inflammation in allergy attacks, the mast cell, can also calm down the flare-ups, researchers from Stanford University School of Medicine have found.