together with the neutrophil chemokine IL-8 (CXCL8), the best performing biomarker for poorer outcome in terms of mortality (60). In order to maintain the correct composition and volume of alveolar ...

As motile organisms, parasites have also developed diverse strategies to migrate or be transported in tissues, resulting in systemic dissemination in the human body. These include ... including fluid ...

PPAR-γ is prominently expressed in activated monocytes and tissue macrophages in vivo, including the foam cells of atherosclerotic lesions 6,7. Multiple functions have been proposed for PPAR-γ ...

The recent body of research into COPD has provided many new options of intervention. Unfortunately, the altered responsiveness of neutrophils has been a major obstacle for successful implementation.

Like the rest of your body, you need your brain properly hydrated for optimal functioning,” he explains. “That dehydration effect recovers over the period of a few weeks. Neurotoxicity is a ...

ETH Zürich's Noé Brasier, in collaboration with other researchers, has recently published an article in the scientific journal Nature on the development of wearable sensors that are capable of ...

Accumulation of CD11c + proinflammatory adipose tissue macrophages (ATM) is an important driver of vAT inflammation. We investigated the role of ATMs in hepatic inflammation during NASH development.

This procedure often involves suturing or sealing the affected area to restore normal fluid dynamics. Post-surgery, patients are typically advised to rest in a reclined position to reduce strain on ...

The impact of Card9 deletion on neutrophil function was assessed by an in vivo model of fungal infection and various functional assays, including endpoint dilution assay, apoptosis assay by flow ...

Objective: To investigate the expression and activity of four isotypes of PAD in peripheral blood and synovial fluid cells of patients with RA. Conclusion: PAD2 and PAD4 are the most likely candidate ...

It also helps retain bodily fluids, eliminate waste products, and regulate body temperature. This article digs into ... the transportation of white blood cells and other cells—called macrophages—that ...