Immunology
From the Journals: JBC
Maternal metabolite promotes offspring survival. Unraveling the tick鈥檚 blood-sucking strategy. Connecting obesity and liver diseases. Read about these recent papers.
From the journals: JBC
Ribosomal RNA, R-loops and the RNA exosome. Using an old drug to treat a new skin disease, Sugar-binding immune receptors. Read about recent papers on these topics.
Illuminating the dark serum immunoglobulome
Researchers in the Netherlands shine a light on unique antibody repertories of severe COVID-19 patients.
From the journals: JBC
A novel antiviral factor fights flu. Clamping onto DNA. Glycosylation ensures healthy bones. Read about recent articles on these topics.
Snaking toward a universal antivenom
Scientists at Scripps Research have discovered antibodies that protect against a host of lethal snake venoms.
Decoding microglial language
Emory University scientists characterize extracellular vesicles that facilitate intercellular communication.
Small protein plays a big role in viral battles
Nef, an HIV accessory protein, manipulates protein expression in extracellular vesicles, leading to improved understanding of HIV-1 pathogenesis.
From the journals: JBC
Biased agonism of an immune receptor. A profile of missense mutations. Cartilage affects tissue aging. Read about these recent papers.
Immune cells can adapt to invading pathogens
A team of bioengineers studies how T cells decide whether to fight now or prepare for the next battle.