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T cell functionality
T cells, also called T lymphocytes, are an integral component of the adaptive immune system which seek out and eliminate foreign particles. Functions of T cells include killing infected host cells, activating other immune cells, producing and releasing immune messengers called cytokines into the body, and regulating the immune response. When T cell functionality is hindered by disease, genetics, or environment, the immune system could be at severe risk.
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Cell & Molecular Biology
Eukaryotic cells have specialized structures that complete specific tasks.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUL 14, 2019
Cell & Molecular Biology
There are many potential reasons why skin might itch, but this annoying condition can significantly impact quality of li
...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUL 10, 2019
Genetics & Genomics
For most animals, the sex is established early on in development and they stay that way throughout the life of the organ
...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUL 09, 2019
Cancer
A new study reveals that stopping one protein from functioning can cause some cancer cells to die from stress.
Written By:
Julia Travers
JUL 07, 2019
Microbiology
Food allergies are a growing public health concern. New work may help pave the way for a therapeutic that reduces or sto
...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUL 02, 2019
Cell & Molecular Biology
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...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUL 02, 2019
Genetics & Genomics
Scientists have generated a database that catalogues how more than 45,000 mouse genes respond to ten different diseases.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 27, 2019
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Cell & Molecular Biology
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...
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JUN 10, 2019
Cancer
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...
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JUN 07, 2019
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Written By:
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JUN 03, 2019
Genetics & Genomics
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...
Written By:
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JUN 03, 2019
Genetics & Genomics
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...
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JUN 01, 2019
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MAY 30, 2019
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Microbiology
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Health & Medicine
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Genetics & Genomics
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...
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MAY 04, 2019
Cannabis Sciences
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...
Written By:
Amy Loriaux
MAY 01, 2019
Microbiology
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...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
APR 22, 2019
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...
Written By:
Nouran Amin
APR 10, 2019
Cell & Molecular Biology
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...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch