Toby, a fun-loving Labrador, was a beloved member of the Murphy household. So, when the family noticed patches of hair loss and red, itchy skin on his paws and legs, they were concerned. Still, they Read More
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Nature Immunology, Published online: 18 August 2025; doi:10.1038/s41590-025-02230-7 Latz et al. review the molecular mechanisms that drive NLRP3 inflammasome activation and regulation, and discuss emerging targeting strategies. Summary In a review published in Read More
What role does cannabis play in longevity and aging? This is what a recent study published in the Journal of Cannabis Research hopes to address as a team o Summary A recent study in the Read More
Surprising role of CMV in shaping outcomes of immunotherapy for melanoma — chronic infection yields favourable survival Summary Cytomegalovirus (CMV), a common chronic virus, surprisingly improves immunotherapy outcomes in melanoma patients. Research suggests that individuals with Read More
Cooperative role of MDSCs and Tregs in alum-induced alloimmune tolerance
Cooperative role of MDSCs and Tregs in alum-induced alloimmune tolerance in corneal transplantation Summary Alum, a common vaccine adjuvant, can induce alloimmune tolerance in corneal transplantation by fostering a collaborative relationship between myeloid-derived suppressor cells (Read More
Nature Immunology, Published online: 21 July 2025; doi:10.1038/s41590-025-02227-2 Tran et al. discuss the role of the gut microbiome and gut microbiome-derived metabolites in T cell biology. Summary Tran et al.’s Nature Immunology Read More
Reviewer 1: “This manuscript is a timely and important contribution to the field, with clear methodology and compelling results. I recommend publication with only minor revisions.” Summary Reviewer 1 strongly supports publication of the manuscript, calling it Read More
Many Texas communities are dangerously unprepared for floods. Lack of
The devastating flash floods that swept through Texas Hill Country in July 2025 highlight a troubling reality: Despite years of warnings and recent improvements in flood planning, Texas communities remain dangerously vulnerable to flood damage. Summary Read More
A new study by an international team of researchers has revealed the huge role Indian Ocean fisheries play in feeding the world and supporting nutritional security. Summary A recent international study highlights the significant contribution Read More
Causal role of immunophenotypes in HIV-1 acquisition: insights from Mendelian
Causal role of immunophenotypes in HIV-1 acquisition: insights from Mendelian randomization analysis Summary A Mendelian randomization study explored the causal link between immune cell types (immunophenotypes) and HIV-1 acquisition. Using genetic variants as proxies for Read More







