Macrophages

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Discovery of a new population of macrophages promoting lung repair after viral infections

Researchers at the University of Liège (Belgium) have discovered a new population of macrophages, important innate immune cells that populate…

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Macrophages behave like mural cells to promote healing of ischemic muscle injury

Innate immune cells including macrophages and neutrophils have unique properties that allows them to quickly accumulate in large numbers at…

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Identifying a new liver defender: The role of resident macrophages

Osaka University researchers discovered liver resident macrophages’ pivotal role in defending against gut bacteria and related substances entering via the…

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Macrophages produce heat from brown adipose tissue in response to cold

Our bodies can maintain body temperature in cold environments. However, the detailed mechanism remains unclear. Researchers from University of Tsukuba…

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