Long-Lived Immune Memories
Anna Azvolinsky | Dec 9, 2015
Two types of memory T cells can preserve immunological memories for more than a decade, a study shows.
Past Dengue Infection Appears to Protect Children from Zika Symptoms
Past Dengue Infection Appears to Protect Children from Zika Symptoms
Children were 38 percent less likely to show signs of Zika infection if they had previously had dengue.
Children were 38 percent less likely to show signs of Zika infection if they had previously had dengue.
Protein Spurs T-Cell Proliferation
Jef Akst | Apr 17, 2015
A newly discovered protein promotes immunity to viruses and cancer by triggering the production of cytotoxic T cells.
Thanks for the Memories
Ruth Williams | Feb 1, 2015
B and T cells may be the memory masters of the immune system, but research reveals that other cells can be primed by pathogens, too.
Skin-Deep Immunity
Megan Scudellari | Feb 29, 2012
Immune cells in skin provide powerful protection against infection, suggesting new routes for vaccination.
Basophil Roles
Richard P. Grant | Jan 1, 2011
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