Greater knowledge of the mechanisms that contribute to the survival of tumour cells is key to vanquishing them. The study
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Immune cells hold promise in slowing down ALS
Recent research from Houston Methodist Hospital showed that a new immunotherapy was safe for patients with ALS and also revealed
Continue reading »How immune cells kill bacteria with acid
The first line of immune defense against invading pathogens like bacteria are macrophages, immune cells that engulf foreign objects that
Continue reading »Cancer cells thrive in stiff tissue, according to new study
Stiffer breast tissue creates an environment more prone to cancer by enabling the disease to interfere with the surrounding healthy
Continue reading »SWAT team of immune cells found in mother’s milk
Immune cells that are ready to take action against invaders like bacteria have been found in women’s breast milk, researchers
Continue reading »Will virus-proof cells exist within 10 years? Yes, scientists claim
Will virus-proof human cells exist within 10 years? Yes, scientists claim: CRISPR pioneers launch project to make ‘ultra-safe’ cells resistant
Continue reading »Lymphatic endothelial cells promote melanoma to spread
The lymph vessel endothelial cells play an active role in the spread of melanoma, according to the new study conducted
Continue reading »Why cancer cells go to sleep—the mystery of cancer dormancy
Cancer has always been thought of as something that grows rapidly and uncontrollably, but this view may be wrong. New
Continue reading »Do prostate cancer cells have an Achilles’ heel?
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago describe new ways to selectively kill prostate cancer cells by exploiting the
Continue reading »Scientists manipulate ‘satellite cells’ to speed healing
Muscle aches and pains, whether from stretching, strenuous exercise or just normal wear and tear, can put a crimp in
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