Trehalose triggers cellular housekeeping in artery-clogging plaque

Previous studies have shown that the type of protein that we inherit from our parents can influence our risk of auto-immune disease and affect how we respond to some forms of cancer treatment

Researchers are analyzing the genetics of human immune responses to develop the basis of an effective vaccine or drug therapy against Epstein-Barr Virus, or EBV

In 62 immunological measures, 57 differed between wild and laboratory mice, researchers found

A research group at University Bonn uncovers how plants detect and defeat parasitic worms

The study further implicates viruses in the development of autoimmune disorders such as celiac disease and type 1 diabetes, and raises the possibility that vaccines could one day be used to prevent these diseases

Fred Hutch scientists led by Dr. Seth Pollack see signs of immune attack after injections of a bacteria-inspired drug, findings they presented at the AACR annual meeting

Mouse studies find increased airway resistance and inflammation even after weaning

Hamster study finds evidence of immune, endocrine problems

Unexpected connection likely sabotaging vaccines designed to treat cancer