In at least one species of caterpillar, the gut appears to slide freely back and forth, untethered to the surrounding tissue - an unusual mechanism that might help the insect digest food while it ...

immune system, and overall well-being. This practice is super important for providing reptiles with a balanced and healthy ...

Researchers have revealed that the presence of Nora virus in fruit flies can increase their sensitivity to bacterial ...

Researchers found that a small population of immune cells in the mouse intestine prevents allergic responses to food, suggesting that targeting such cells therapeutically could potentially lead to a ...

From cholera to norovirus, Giardia to hookworms, the gut is vulnerable to an impressive array of pathogens. To keep us alive in the face of this onslaught, the intestinal immune system must be ...

More recently, a small population of cells—the RORγt+ dendritic cells—has been found among the gut's presenting immune cells in multiple species. Colonna's lab was the first to identify the ...

Study in mice identifies essential immune cells in the intestine that help to prevent unwarranted reactions to harmless food allergens.

Researchers have revealed that the presence of Nora virus in fruit flies can increase their sensitivity to bacterial infection and could limit their lifespan.