Immunoglobulin A (IgA) represents the predominant antibody class at mucosal surfaces, where it orchestrates a multifaceted defence against pathogens while sustaining a beneficial relationship with the ...
Intraepithelial lymphocytes (IELs) are a heterogeneous group of immune cells that reside within the epithelial layer of the intestine, forming a critical component of mucosal immunity. These cells ...
As the SARS-CoV-2 viruses continue to evolve, mucosal immunity, particularly secretory immunoglobulin A (sIgA), has drawn increasing attention for its role in blocking viral entry at the respiratory ...
During the COVID pandemic, many of us have received multiple mRNA vaccines. New work by researchers at the VIB-UGent Center for Inflammation Research, Ghent University, and University Hospital Ghent, ...
A recent Views & Comments article published in Engineering highlights advances in repurposing influenza viruses as flexible ...
New research shows maternal antibodies may shape a baby’s oral immune system before and after birth, offering long-term ...
Treatment to heal the lining of the gastrointestinal tract is an increasingly common goal for inflammatory bowel disease ...
Researchers are testing new therapies to treat celiac disease beyond a gluten-free diet, including immune tolerance drugs and ...
The Geneva Centre for Inflammation Research is pleased to announce the election of Professor Kimberly Kline and Professor Simone Becattini as new members of the GCIR Steering Committee. The election ...