Macrophages, the immune system’s front-line scavenger cells, do more than simply digest dead cells. A new study published in ...

Fungal pathogens that live harmlessly on and inside the human body are increasingly defeating the limited arsenal of antifungal drugs, while simultaneously dodging the immune system’s surveillance.

Gut bacteria aren’t just passive passengers—they can actively send proteins straight into our cells. Using microscopic injection systems, even harmless microbes can influence immune responses and ...

The field of cancer immunology has undergone significant transformation over the past decade, reshaping our understanding of tumor–immune system ...

Aging causes the immune system to become less effective, increasing susceptibility to infections and age-related diseases. Researchers at the Leibniz ...

Although chemotherapy helps kill cancer cells, it can also affect healthy white blood cells, weakening the immune system. Eating nutritious foods, exercising, and avoiding illnesses are some ways to ...