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jpost.comscience3 days ago
Study identifies immune proteins shielding cancer cells from T-cell attack
Research published in Science Signaling describes two signaling proteins that help cancer cells resist destruction by cytotoxic T cells. The proteins blunt the effects of interferon-γ, an inflammatory cytokine released during immune responses.
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nypost.comworld3 days ago
UCLA Study Links Creatine to Stronger Immune Response Against Tumors in Mice
Researchers at UCLA Health Sciences reported that creatine supported dendritic cells in activating cancer-fighting T cells in laboratory and mouse experiments. The findings do not show that creatine supplements improve outcomes for cancer patients. Further human studies are requi…
freepressjournal.inscience4 days ago
Study Examines T Cells in Lupus Nephritis Patients
A study of T cells from patients with lupus nephritis found these cells are activated by local cytokines and may contribute to kidney injury. Some T cells showed reactivity to Epstein-Barr virus and cytomegalovirus.
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interestingengineering.comworld5 days ago
California startup to open first U.S. sodium-ion battery factory in Sacramento
Peak Energy will build a Sacramento plant to produce sodium-ion battery systems at commercial scale beginning in early 2027. The facility is expected to create 239 jobs and will initially import cells from China.
middleeasteye.networld24 days ago
Iran's Revolutionary Guards form new Iraqi cells
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has created small covert cells in Iraq to launch drone strikes on Gulf states hosting U.S. forces. The groups operate outside established militia structures and have carried out at least seven attacks since April.
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thehindubusinessline.comscience29 days ago
Venus Flytrap Trap Closes After Outer Leaf Cells Soften
Experiments published today show that cells on the outer surface of the hinged leaf soften after an insect enters, allowing the trap to change shape and shut in less than a second.
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Israeli-Czech Team Uses Yeast Cells to Evolve Omicron-Like Coronavirus Receptor-Binding Variants in Lab
Scientists at the Weizmann Institute of Science and Charles University simulated SARS-CoV-2 evolution under controlled selection pressure. The study, published June 13, 2026, showed rapid convergence toward Omicron-like receptor-binding motifs.
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The Independentworld62 days ago
Small Study Shows Modified Immune Cells Suppress HIV in Two Patients
Researchers reported that a single dose of genetically engineered CAR-T cells strongly suppressed HIV in two people for nearly one and two years without daily medication. The early-stage experiment modified immune cells to better target HIV-infected cells while protecting them fr…
Gwénaël M. D. J.-M. Gaussand, Qi Jia, Eric van der Graaff, Gerda E. M. Lamers, Paul F. Fransz, Paul J. J. Hooykaas, Sylvia de Pater / Wikimedia (CC BY 3.0)science76 days ago
Study Reveals Role of Caspase-5 in Gut Tissue Repair and Regeneration
Researchers have identified an unusual function for the protein caspase-5 in promoting cell proliferation and tissue regeneration in the immature gut cells. The findings, published in Nature, suggest potential implications for understanding inflammatory bowel disease and colorect…
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ecns.cnscience80 days ago
Researchers Identify GPX4 Inhibitors That Target Senescent Cells in Cancer Models
A study has identified GPX4 inhibitors that selectively kill senescent cells, which accumulate in tumors after chemotherapy. These compounds showed effectiveness in preclinical models of melanoma, prostate, and ovarian cancer. The findings suggest a potential new strategy for can…
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Study Finds Elevated Copper Levels in Regulatory T Cells of Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
A recent study has identified increased copper levels in regulatory T cells among patients with rheumatoid arthritis. This finding may inform the development of new treatments for autoimmune diseases. The research highlights potential therapeutic avenues based on these observatio…
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futurity.orgscience93 days ago
Study Identifies Long-Term T Cells in Nasal Tissue After Pathogen Infection
Researchers have found that nasal tissue contains T cells that retain memory of pathogens long after infection clears. The study, published in Nature, examined human nasal samples and mouse models to identify these resident memory T cells. This discovery provides insights into lo…
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