Humans possess a number of mechanisms that provide protection against a multitude of pathogens, such as viruses, bacteria and parasites. Unfortunately, there are instances when the immune system that monitors and disposes of pathogens can react to an individual’s own cells. This aberrant response is known as autoimmunity and can lead to the development of
Researchers from several institutions recently collaborated to study the evolution of pesticide tolerance in amphibians. Their research, published in Evolutionary Applications, continues the work of Dr. Jessica Hua and others who demonstrated that there are two different mechanisms by which pesticide tolerance may evolve. Constitutive vs. inducing tolerance The use of pesticides in agriculture can
Ever wonder how fish survive beneath inches of ice during the winter? A new study published in Scientific Reports has shed some light on this mystery. The research was led by a team from the University of Oslo, an institution which became a Kerafast provider last year by making available the Rac/Cdc42 Isolation Kit. Most
Scientists from the University of Queensland in Australia have demonstrated that adult brains produce new cells within the amygdala, an almond-shaped region of the brain involved in emotional processing. The research may have applications for treating disorders such as depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The paper was published this August in Molecular Psychiatry