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·September 6, 2023·7 min read

Thymus’ Surprise: M Cells, Key Immune Players, Found Where Least Expected

Researchers identified Microfold cells, or M cells, typically seen in intestines, in the thymus—a vital organ for immune system development. These thymic M cells are similar to their intestinal counterparts and may play a role in the body's overall immune response.

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·March 10, 2018·4 min read

A Lifetime of Regular Exercise Slows Down Aging

According to researchers, older adults who exercised for most of their lives showed signs of slowed down aging. The study reports those who actively cycled into older age had lower cholesterol levels and better immune systems than those who did not partake in regular exercise.

Image shows fatty cells in the aging thymus.

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·January 11, 2016·3 min read

Immune Function Protected by Life Extending Hormone

A life extending hormone produced by cells in the thymus gland appears to protect against the loss of immune function that comes with aging.

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·August 6, 2015·3 min read

How Aging Cripples the Immune System

A new study helps further understanding about how aging slows the production of new immune cells and decreases the immune systems response to vaccines in the elderly.