Ever wondered how fish cope with sudden temperature drops? Scientists took a close look at pacu fish, exploring how they handle intermittent cold exposure. These fish were first acclimated to a cozy 28°C. Then, they were split into two groups – one stayed at 28°C, while the other experienced two qui
This fall, BC kids have been hit hard by viruses. Schools reopened during a COVID surge, and since then, kids and their families haven't stopped getting sick. RSV and flu rates are high, and many parents feel like they're living on a sickness rollercoaster. Last year's "immunity debt" idea, blaming
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a big deal—it's when your body doesn't make insulin, and sugar levels go way up. Scientists have long known it's caused by a mix of genes, environment, and unknown stuff. Immune cells, especially T cells, play a big part. Now, researchers are paying attention to B cells too.
Imagine HCC, a type of liver cancer, as a mysterious city. Like any city, it has different neighborhoods, and these neighborhoods in HCC are filled with immune cells. These cells can either help the tumor grow or fight against it, but we don't fully understand how and why this happens. By mapping ou
Obesity isn't just about extra pounds; it also changes how the body's immune system works in fatty tissues. Scientists wanted to know how different types and intensities of exercise could help fix this problem in obese mice. They fed male mice a high-fat diet to make them obese, then split them into
Cancer cells are known for their clever tactics to evade the body's immune system. One of these tricks involves manipulating the metabolic processes of cells in and around the tumor. Tumors gobble up glucose, their main energy source, and produce lactate. This creates a tough environment for immune
Did you know that sea cucumbers can benefit from a bit of help from bacteria? Scientists discovered that dipping them in a unique bacteria solution helps them grow faster and stay healthier. The magic lies in a specific type of bacteria called Lactobacillus plantarum CLY-05. Researchers tested out d
Endometriosis, a common chronic inflammatory condition among women before menopause, is characterized by the abnormal growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, frequently affecting the ovaries. While this tissue isn't cancerous, it shares many traits with malignant tumors, like an altered imm
Cow milk has long ruled the dairy scene, but newer alternatives are rising. Why? Because they might offer better health benefits. These benefits come from special proteins in milk that boost the immune system and have extra powers to do good things in the body, called bioactive peptides. Researcher
Ever wondered about Parkinson's disease and how our immune system might play a role? Well, scientists have found that a specific protein called PINK1 is targeted by our T cells, those tiny defenders of the immune system, in some people with Parkinson's. This discovery is exciting because it opens up
