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neuroscience, immunology

Nosing Around
Mary Beth Aberlin | Nov 1, 2016 | 3 min read
Covering neuroscience research means choosing from an embarrassment of riches.
Contributors
Ben Andrew Henry | Nov 1, 2016 | 3 min read
Meet some of the people featured in the November 2016 issue of The Scientist.
Immune System Maintains Brain Health
Amanda B. Keener | Nov 1, 2016 | 10+ min read
Once thought only to attack neurons, immune cells turn out to be vital for central nervous system function.
Immunity in the Brain
Amanda B. Keener | Oct 31, 2016 | 2 min read
Researchers document the diverse roles of immune cells in neuronal health and disease.
Immune Cells' Roles in Tissue Maintenance and Repair
Jeff Biernaskie, Sarthak Sinha, and Waleed Rahmani | Jun 30, 2016 | 1 min read
The cells of the mammalian immune system do more than just fight off pathogens; they are also important players in stem cell function and are thus crucial for maintaining homeostasis and recovering from injury.
Microglia Tamp Down Neurogenesis
Kerry Grens | Apr 7, 2016 | 2 min read
The immune cells—known for clearing dead cells—also chew up live progenitors in neurogenic regions of mouse brains. 
Infection-Autism Link Explained?
Jef Akst | Jan 31, 2016 | 1 min read
A mouse study suggests a mechanism by which severe infections during pregnancy increase autism risk. 
Brain Drain
Ashley P. Taylor | Jun 1, 2015 | 3 min read
The brain contains lymphatic vessels similar to those found elsewhere in the body, a mouse study shows.
Immunology and Neurology Pioneer Dies
Rina Shaikh-Lesko | May 23, 2014 | 1 min read
Gerald Edelman, who broke new ground in two distinct fields of life science, has passed away at age 84.
Long-Distance Call
Rina Shaikh-Lesko | May 1, 2014 | 2 min read
Neurons may use interferon signals transmitted over great distances to fend off viral infection.
Pruning Synapses Improves Brain Connections
Ed Yong | Feb 2, 2014 | 4 min read
Without microglia to pluck off unwanted synapses in early life, mouse brains develop with weaker connections, leading to altered social behavior.
Breast Milk Programs Memory Skills
Ed Yong | Dec 1, 2013 | 3 min read
Mouse mothers can improve their pups’ memories by altering levels of immune chemicals in their milk.
Top 10 Innovations 2013
The Scientist | Dec 1, 2013 | 10+ min read
The Scientist’s annual competition uncovered a bonanza of interesting technologies that made their way onto the market and into labs this year.
Week in Review, June 17–21
Jef Akst | Jun 21, 2013 | 4 min read
On the gene patent decision; a high-res human brain model; bats’ influence on moths mating calls; toxicants threaten brain health; platelet-driven immunity
Viruses on the Brain
Beth Marie Mole | May 1, 2013 | 2 min read
Viral infections of the central nervous system may trigger cytokines that induce seizures.
Inflammation for Regeneration
Ruth Williams | Nov 8, 2012 | 3 min read
Inflammatory signals in injured zebrafish brains promote the growth of new neurons.
Child-Proofing Drugs
Edyta Zielinska | Mar 1, 2012 | 10+ min read
When children need medications, getting the dosing and method of administration right is like trying to hit a moving target with an untried weapon.
Inflammation, Pain, and Resolvins
Claudia Sommer and Frank Birklein | Jan 1, 2012 | 1 min read
Not all inflammation leads to pain. Despite widespread infection followed by fever, colds rarely cause pain. But when some cytokines and certain immune cells are active near pain-sensing nerves, they trigger receptors that convey pain sensations to the brain.
Resolving Chronic Pain
Claudia Sommer and Frank Birklein | Jan 1, 2012 | 10+ min read
The body’s own mechanism for dispersing the inflammatory reaction might lead to new treatments for chronic pain.
Neurotransmitter-Regulated Immunity
Rachel Nuwer | Sep 15, 2011 | 3 min read
Nerve signals control T cell responses, helping to explain inflammation and stroke.
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