4 stories tagged #T cells

  1. Immune Cells Retain 'Memory' of Obesity for Years After Weight Loss
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    Immune Cells Retain 'Memory' of Obesity for Years After Weight Loss

    New research reveals immune cells carry a lasting 'memory' of obesity, potentially raising disease risk for up to a decade after weight loss.

    last mo. 2 min read
  2. Gut Viruses May Regulate Blood Sugar, Mouse Study Finds
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    Gut Viruses May Regulate Blood Sugar, Mouse Study Finds

    A new mouse study reveals gut viruses help control carbohydrate metabolism and blood sugar levels, suggesting potential for future diabetes therapies.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  3. Common Virus Epstein-Barr Linked to Multiple Sclerosis Onset
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    Common Virus Epstein-Barr Linked to Multiple Sclerosis Onset

    New research identifies a potential mechanism connecting the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) to the autoimmune disease Multiple Sclerosis (MS), offering hope for future treatments.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  4. Brain Immune Cells' Radical Self-Destruct Tactic Halts Parasite Spread
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    Brain Immune Cells' Radical Self-Destruct Tactic Halts Parasite Spread

    New research reveals how T cells in the brain sacrifice themselves to stop the spread of the Toxoplasma gondii parasite, offering insights into infection control.

    3mo ago 2 min read