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B cells off the rails early in lupus

Neuroscience NewsJuly 2, 2019

A key finding in the origins of lupus has been discovered. In those with systemic lupus erythematosus, B cells are abnormally activated. This results in the production of antibodies which react against the patient's own tissue, causing a range of symptoms including rashes, joint pain, and fatigue. ... Read More...

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Probiotic-derived molecule may suppress fatal brain inflammation

Neuroscience NewsMay 14, 2019

Capsular polysaccharide A (PSA), an envelope molecule, may help to boost the immune system and protect against potentially fatal neuroinflammation associated with Herpes Simplex Encephalitis (HSE). Mice given PSA survived exposure to a lethal herpes simplex viral infection, while those not treated with the probiotic did not, despite both groups being treated with a common antiviral used to treat HSE.... Read More...

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Gut Immune Cells Cut Inflammation in Multiple Sclerosis

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 3, 2019

A new study reveals the intestine as a source of immune cells that help reduce neuroinflammation in patients with multiple sclerosis. Increasing the number of these cells helps block inflammation entirely, researchers report. ... Read More...

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A Single Faulty Gene Can Lead to Lupus

Neuroscience NewsDecember 18, 2018

Researchers report defects in the Ets1 gene is linked to characteristics associated with systemic lupus erythematosus immune abnormalities.... Read More...

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Investigating Protein’s Role in Lupus Development

Neuroscience NewsDecember 5, 2017

A new study reports the loss of the Bim protein in macrophages leads to lupus-like symptoms in mice. The findings may help in the development of new treatments for the autoimmune disease in humans.... Read More...

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Probing What Fuels “Runaway Train” of Autoimmune Diseases

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 4, 2017

According to researchers, rogue B cells can trigger an override that may be responsible for autoimmune attacks and diseases.... Read More...

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Tracking ZIKA Transmission in Mice

Neuroscience NewsAugust 3, 2017

A new study investigates how the ZIKA virus can be sexually transmitted between male and female mice, and how the virus can pass vertically from mother to fetus.... Read More...

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Brain Like Activity in Immune System Promises Better Disease Treatments

Neuroscience NewsJuly 13, 2017

Researchers discover brain like activity in the immune system. The Nature study reveals T cells in the immune system transfer dopamine to B cells, providing motivation for these cells to produce antibodies and battle infection. The researchers hope their findings will help develop treatments to make immune response to vaccines and infections faster, and slow autoimmune conditions.... Read More...

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Trigger For Autoimmune Disease Identified

Neuroscience NewsMay 10, 2017

Researchers have discovered a possible trigger for autoimmune diseases such as lupus, Crohn's disease and MS. Findings may explain how women are more susceptible to autoimmune disorders than men.... Read More...

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New Multiple Sclerosis Drug, Backed by 40 Years of Research, Could Halt Disease

Neuroscience NewsMarch 29, 2017

FDA approves a new drug to treat both relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis and primary progressive MS.... Read More...

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New Drug May Prevent Development and Reduce Progression of Multiple Sclerosis: Mouse Study

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 22, 2016

According to a new study, an experimental drug called laquinimod may help to prevent the development of and reduce the progression of multiple sclerosis.... Read More...

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Immune System May Play a Larger Role in Alzheimer’s than Thought

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 23, 2016

A new study reports immune cells that help us fight off infections may play a larger role in Alzheimer's disease than researchers previously thought.... Read More...

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B cells off the rails early in lupus

Probiotic-derived molecule may suppress fatal brain inflammation

Gut Immune Cells Cut Inflammation in Multiple Sclerosis

A Single Faulty Gene Can Lead to Lupus

Investigating Protein’s Role in Lupus Development

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Trigger For Autoimmune Disease Identified

New Multiple Sclerosis Drug, Backed by 40 Years of Research, Could Halt Disease

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