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The double-edged sword in prostate cancer therapy(Post)
By Zoe Angel, PhD Student, Ulster University Prostate cancer is now the commonest cancer in men and it is the fifth leading cause of death (1). Researchers h
Unlocking Cellular Adaptation: The HIF Enhancer Pathway and Its Implications in Hypoxia Response(Post)Hypoxia, or low oxygen levels, poses a significant challenge to cells, necessitating rapid and efficient adaptation mechanisms. The Hypoxia-Inducible Factor (HIF) pathway is a well-known regula
Ionotropic Glutamate Receptors: Gateways to Neural Communication(Post)Ionotropic glutamate receptors (iGluRs) are pivotal in the fast excitatory synaptic transmission in the mammalian central nervous system (CNS). These receptors are not only crucial for normal brai
M2 Supplement for Organoid Cell Culture: Enhancing Growth and Differentiation(Post)The use of M2 Supplement in organoid culture has revolutionized the way researchers cultivate and maintain these three-dimensional (3D) cellular models. Organoids—self-organizing cell clu
Your Th2 Phenotype Might Not Be a T Cell(Post)If your knockout showed a type 2 phenotype and you attributed it to Th2 cells, there is a reasonable chance you were looking at something else. Innate lymphoid cells run T-bet, GATA3 and RORγt — not
The IL-36 Subfamily | Expression, Function & Regulation(Post)By Charlotte O'Donnell PhD The genes of the IL-36 family members are located in a cluster on chromosome 2 [1]. All three activating ligands, IL-36α, IL-36β a
ELISA Troubleshooting: High %CV at Low Standards(Post)QUICK ANSWER On a Human I-FABP/FABP2 ColorStep ELISA, the top of the standard curve looked perfect while the three lowest standards showed duplicate %CVs of 37–450% — because their op
Targeting IL-10R: Enhancing Immune Activation in Cancer(Post)Introduction to IL-10R and Immune Suppression in CancerThe interleukin-10 receptor (IL-10R) is a key player in regulating immune responses, particularly in suppressing inflammation and ma
Ferroptosis: A New Frontier in Cancer Therapy(Post)For decades, the primary strategy in cancer treatment has been to trigger apoptosis, a form of programmed cell death, in malignant cells. However, many cancers develop resistance to apoptosis-inducin
BTLA: A Key Player in Immune Regulation and Cancer Therapy(Post)Introduction to BTLA in Immune Regulation B and T lymphocyte attenuator (BTLA) is an immune checkpoint molecule that plays a critical role in regulating immune responses by suppressing T
Chemokines versus Cytokines: A Detailed Comparative Study(Post)The complex interplay between chemokines and cytokines is fundamental to the immune system's function, orchestrating the body's response to infection, inflammation, and injury. This detailed analy
Macrophage Phagocytosis & the CD47–SIRPα Checkpoint(Page) Ferroptosis and Immunogenic Cell Death(Page) TIGIT/DNAM-1/CD155 (PVR) Checkpoint Axis(Page) Flow Cytometry Protocol | 10 Hints & Tips(Post)Lab Methods · Flow CytometryFlow Cytometry Protocol: Two Worked Protocols, Controls and 10 Practical TipsFlow cytometry measures individual cells in a fluid stream at hundreds per second, reporting si
Navigating the Intricacies of Intracellular Flow Cytometry: Key Considerations(Post)In the evolving landscape of cellular biology, intracellular flow cytometry (ICFC) stands out as a powerful technique for analyzing the complexities within cells. This advanced method extends the
Pancreatic Cancer and its Poor Prognosis(Post)Myrna Hurtado, PhD Student, University of North Texas Health Science Center Advancements in modern medicine have resulted in significantly prolonging and a
TNF cytokines and their Receptors(Post)The human body is a complex and intricate system where various components work together to maintain health and combat potential threats. Among these essential players are the TNF cyt
Th17 Cell Differentiation: Insights into Immunological Dynamics(Post)Th17 cells, a subset of T helper cells characterized by their production of interleukin-17 (IL-17), play a significant role in the immune system's response to pathogens and in the pathology of au
Macrophage Phagocytosis and the CD47–SIRPα Checkpoint Explained(Post)A macrophage does not decide to eat; it counts votes. Every particle it touches carries a mixture of pro-phagocytic and inhibitory ligands, and engulfment follows only when the activating tally clear