news
Researchers use blood serum markers to develop lupus risk index
Researchers have developed an index that identifies the risk for lupus based on the presence and amount of IgG and IgM antibodies and levels of C1q...
List view / Grid view
Lupus
news
A novel pathway to regulate B cell activity and prevent autoimmunity
Researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) have identified a novel checkpoint of peripheral tolerance, specifically in B cells.
news
DNA gets away: Scientists catch the rogue molecule that can trigger autoimmunity
A research team has discovered the process - and filmed the actual moment - that can change the body’s response to a dying cell.
news
Researchers create anti-inflammatory antibodies to treat autoimmune disease
Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) investigators use enzyme treatment to convert autoantibodies into anti-inflammatory antibodies in animal models of two autoimmune diseases.
news
Feinstein Institute identifies potential cause for lupus
A protein has been identified as a possible cause for the adverse reaction of the immune system in patients suffering from lupus.
news
Thunderbolt acquires rights to BAFF/APRIL dual antagonist programme
25 May 2016 | By Victoria White, Digital Content Producer
Thunderbolt is the first company established by Vitesse Biologics, a unique collaboration model formed by Baxalta, Mayo Clinic and VPD...
news
A new clue in lupus autoantibody production
12 April 2016 | By Victoria White, Digital Content Producer
Researchers have discovered that interferon gamma could hold the key to understanding how harmful autoantibodies form in lupus patients...