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Unraveling the Complexity of Blood Cancer

December 29, 2025

Blood cancer is a broad term that covers many different types of cancers. One of the most complex is diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL). This type of cancer is like a puzzle with many different pieces. Each piece is a different type of immune cell. Scientists are trying to figure out how these pi

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How Gut Bacteria Might Influence Epilepsy

July 3, 2025

Epilepsy is a complex condition. It affects the brain and causes seizures. Scientists are now looking at the gut. They want to see if gut bacteria play a role in epilepsy. The gut has trillions of bacteria. These bacteria talk to the brain. This is called the gut-brain axis. Researchers found links

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The Role of Immune Cells in Brain Aneurysm Ruptures

June 11, 2025

A brain aneurysm is a weak spot in a blood vessel. This weak spot can swell up like a balloon. Sometimes, these aneurysms burst. When they do, it can cause serious problems. Doctors have found that certain immune cells might play a big role in this. These cells are part of the body's defense sy

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The Hidden Power of Natural Killer Cells

May 19, 2025

Natural killer cells are a type of lymphocyte. They are crucial in fighting off viral infections and cancer. Traditionally, they were seen as part of the innate immune system. This system responds quickly to threats, but it doesn't have long-term memory. It was believed that only adaptive immune

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Asthma Unmasked: The Power of Single-Cell RNA Sequencing

February 27, 2025

Asthma is a tricky condition that affects millions worldwide. It involves inflammation and narrowing of the airways, making breathing difficult. Scientists have been working hard to understand what causes asthma and how it works. One powerful tool they use is called single-cell RNA sequencing, or sc

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Eighth Grader Uncovers Surprising Link Between Microplastics and Tumors

February 8, 2025

Microplastics are everywhere. In the water we drink, the food we eat, and even in our bodies. A 14-year-old discovered something alarming related to these tiny particles during a science project. She wondered what microplastics might do to our immune cells, so she did an experiment. It was discovere

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Feelin' the Burn: The Hidden Talk in Your Muscles

February 1, 2025

Have you ever felt your muscles buzzing during a tough exercise session? This isn't just your imagination; your muscles are actually chatting. Tiny cells inside them are constantly exchanging signals and information. This muscle chatter isn't just random noise. It's crucial for understanding how mus

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Jun, Looking Beyond The Bad Rap

February 1, 2025

There are strong built in immune and inflammatory assault units who dynamically work together to fight the promotion of cancer development. Sweeping new evidence casts doubt on Jun, a protein that was thought to throw a punch at the immune system, actually helping immune cells function better at

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Unraveling the Impact of Immune Cell Balance on Liver Cancer Treatment

January 19, 2025

Imagine you're trying to understand how your body's immune system affects liver cancer. It's a complex puzzle, right? Researchers have been studying the tiny immune cells that live near liver tumors. These cells play a big role in how cancer grows and how well treatments work. Scientists looked at

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Immune Profiles in Metastatic Nasopharyngeal Cancer: A New Treatment Hope

January 14, 2025

Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is linked to the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) are making waves in treating this cancer. When combined with chemotherapy, they're showing promise. This study dug into the immune cell profiles and how they affect survival in metastatic NP