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Regulation of TH2 development by CXCR5+ dendritic cells and lymphotoxin-expressing B cellsIn lymph nodes, cellular positioning can dictate the immune response. Lund and colleagues show that nematode infection triggers interactions between lymphotoxin-producing B cells and CXCR5+ dendritic cells and CD4+ T cells to initiate T helper type 2...

Ginseng Cartridge Pack by SolarCigarette.com Gives Smoking a LiftSolarCigarette.com released a variety of flavored ecigarette cartridges. Among them, the company recommended the ginseng cartridge pack for mothers who want to quit the habit for its health benefits. Chicago, IL (PRWEB) May 26, 2012 It is a general knowledge that smoking brings in numerous health problems. However, the habit is addictive thus hard to quit. Knowing how difficult it is to kick ciga...

City of Hope Receives $5 Million Grant to Develop T Cell Treatment Targeting Brain Tumor Stem CellsCity of Hope was granted a $5,217,004 early translational research award by the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) to support the development of a T cell-based immunotherapy that re-directs a patient’s own immune response against glioma stem cells. City of Hope has been awarded more than $49.7 million in grant support from CIRM since a...

Get Involved: the Salary Survey is Now Open for Life ScienceHelp The Scientist compile the latest data on salaries within the life-science community. New York, NY (PRWEB) May 25, 2012 The Scientist’s annual Salary Survey is now open to the life science community. With the help of researchers, the magazine provides insights into how salaries from various specialties and fields range in this dynamic industry. Responses are used to compile the most up-...

Immune Therapy Tames Colitis Flares (CME/CE)SAN DIEGO (MedPage Today) -- Oral tacrolimus was as effective as intravenous cyclosporine A for controlling symptoms of refractory ulcerative colitis, a researcher said here.

ImmunoCellular to list on NYSE:MKTBiotech firm ImmunoCellular Therapeutics (OTC:IMUC) reported that its common stock will now be listed on the New York stock Exchange, as the company seeks a broader investor base.The California-based company develops novel therapies to fight against...

ImmunoCellular Therapeutics Receives Approval for NYSE MKT ListingImmunoCellular Therapeutics, Ltd. (“ImmunoCellular” or the “Company”) (OTCBB: IMUC), a biotechnology company focused on the development of novel immune-based cancer therapies, announced today that its common stock has been approved for listing on the NYSE: MKT. Trading is expected to commence on the NYSE: MKT on Wednesday, May 30th, 2012 under the...

11 Scientists Funded to Move Arthritis Research ForwardEleven cutting-edge scientists researching arthritis have been awarded grants totaling $810,000 by the Arthritis National Research Foundation. Moving arthritis research forward with new, innovative ideas. Long Beach, CA (PRWEB) May 25, 2012 Eleven scientists researching arthritis were recently awarded grants totaling $810,000 by the Arthritis National Research Foundation. With 50 million America...

Immune system involved in removing Alzheimer's-causing substance in the brainRecent work in mice suggested that the immune system is involved in removing beta-amyloid, the main Alzheimer's-causing substance in the brain. Researchers have now shown for the first time that this may apply in humans.

First study to suggest that the immune system may protect against Alzheimer's changes in humansRecent work in mice suggested that the immune system is involved in removing beta-amyloid, the main Alzheimer's-causing substance in the brain. Researchers have now shown for the first time that this may apply in humans.

China Research Team Develops TB/HIV Combination VaccineA team of China researchers has developed a new DNA vaccine that simultaneously protected against tuberculosis and HIV in animal tests. M. tuberculosis is the cause of death in about 25% of all AIDS deaths. The disease is latent in many people; ho...

Oncobiologics Fills Key Leadership Positions and Names Scientific Advisory BoardCRANBURY, N.J., May 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Oncobiologics, Inc. announced today that it has filled two important leadership positions with established biopharmaceutical industry experts. Stephen J. McAndrew, Ph.D. is now Vice President, Business Development and Vincent J. Benn, Ph.D. has joined the company as Vice President, Clinical & Regulatory Affairs. The company also announced its n...

Gene therapy can effectively treat ADA-deficient severe combined immunodeficiencySevere combined immunodeficiency is defect in the immune system that results in a loss of the adaptive immune cells known as B cells and T cells. Mutations in several different genes can lead to the development of severe combined immunodeficiency, in...

University of Kentucky researcher receives $1.8M NIH grant to study CFDavid Feola, a University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy faculty member in the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science, received a five-year, $1.8 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to continue his research investigating...

Hormone Boosts Immune Response When Vitamin D Levels Are Low, Plays Surprise Role In Fighting Skin InfectionsAntimicrobial peptides (AMPs) are molecules produced in the skin to fend off infection-causing microbes. Vitamin D has been credited with a role in their production and in the body's overall immune response, but scientists at the University of Califo...

Improved Survival From Severe Malaria With Anti-inflammatory DrugsA novel anti-inflammatory drug could help to improve survival in the most severe cases of malaria by preventing the immune system from causing irrevocable brain and tissue damage. Walter and Eliza Hall Institute researchers have shown that a new clas...

One-Third of Arthritis Patients Also Experience Anxiety, DepressionAllsup highlights importance of working closely with physicians for treatment and when applying for Social Security disability benefits Belleville, IL (PRWEB) May 24, 2012 A new national study finds that one-third of people with arthritis also experience anxiety or depression. This combination of physical and mental impairments points to the complexity of chronic illness and the importance of wor...

Nearly One in Four People Suffer from This Unwanted Summer CompanionAccording to the AAAAI, the summer heat can trigger hives. Milwaukee, WI (PRWEB) May 24, 2012 While the unofficial start of summer signals warmer weather, it can also bring some unwanted companions. Nearly one in four people experience itchy, red or white bumps, welts or patches on the skin called hives—and heat can be a trigger, according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immuno...

Immune self-reactivity triggered by drug-modified HLA-peptide repertoireHuman leukocyte antigens (HLAs) are highly polymorphic proteins that initiate immunity by presenting pathogen-derived peptides to T cells. HLA polymorphisms mostly map to the antigen-binding cleft, thereby diversifying the repertoire of self-derive...

Babies' Vulnerability to Colds Tied to Immune Response at BirthTHURSDAY, May 24 -- The immune response babies are born with affects their risk for colds in the first year of life, a new study finds. "Viral respiratory infections are common during childhood," first author Dr. Kaharu Sumino, an assistant...

Gene therapy can correct forms of severe combined immunodeficiencySevere combined immunodeficiency is defect in the immune system that results in a loss of the adaptive immune cells known as B cells and T cells. Mutations in several different genes can lead to the development of severe combined immunodeficiency, in...

Genetics of Psoriasis: Evidence for Epistatic Interaction between Skin Barrier Abnormalities and Immune Deviation

FDA-led researchers discover mechanism for drug-related autoimmune reactionsA team of researchers led by the FDA has discovered a new mechanism for identifying and understanding drug-related autoimmune reactions. The team found that in certain at-risk patients, the anti-HIV drug Ziagen (abacavir) causes the immune system to...

Temporal and spatial interplay of microbiota and intestinal mucosa drive establishment of immune homeostasis in conventionalized mice

Immune Pharmaceuticals, Yeda Partner on Her3 Antibody Development

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