Host–pathogen interactions: how do pathogens escape the process of autophagy?
New findings have identified the exact mechanism by which the bacterium Salmonella typhimurium can escape degradation by autophagy.
Browsing: Immune Response
Immune adaptation in pregnancy could lead to more virulent flu strains
New study in mouse models suggests immune adaptation in pregnancy reduces the antiviral response allowing the influenza virus to mutate to more virulent strains and causing more severe infections.
Discovery of a novel regulatory protein involved in regulating the innate immune response
Researchers have discovered a novel regulator of the innate immune response that may lead to the development of new antivirals and vaccines.
Whole-parasite vaccine against malaria shows promise in clinical trials
Researchers have demonstrated that a new whole-parasite vaccine could provide up to 100% protection in clinical trials carried out at the University of Tübingen (Germany).
Could specific antibodies be the cause of hemorrhagic fever in secondary dengue infections?
Researchers have demonstrated that a specific subclass of antibody is elevated in patients who develop severe secondary dengue; this could lead to better identification of those at risk and possibly improved treatments and vaccines.
Loss of immune control in HIV-infected patients: how does mucosal candidiasis occur?
Even in the era of antiretroviral treatment, mucosal candidiasis remains one of the most common manifestations in HIV-infected subjects. This editorial discusses the loss of immune control that allows mucosal candidiasis to occur.
