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Researchers have created a new view of how B cells recognise threats such as viruses
The researchers say their new discovery could be used to design better vaccines and to gain a deeper insight into autoimmune diseases and allergies.
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Allergy-driving cells identified as potential drug targets
Researchers have discovered a subtype of immune cells that contribute to allergic reactions and anaphylaxis, providing a drug target.
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Sugar specific molecules show promising results for new allergy vaccine
Using sugar molecules researchers have developed a new vaccine for hay fever that may reduce treatment times and increase the effectiveness of treatments...
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Scientists find that dectin-1 receptor protects against allergies
Contrary to previous notions that the receptor dectin-1 causes allergic reactions, new research from the John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health has found that it actually prevents this response, indicating new targets for allergy and asthma drugs.
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Lipid asymmetry plays key role in activating immune cells
Researchers have shown that by preventing loss of membrane asymmetry it's possible to control the immune response...