Development and characterization of in vitro inducible immortalization of a murine microglia cell line for high throughput studies by Hana Yeh, Matthew A. De Cruz, Yang You, Seiko Ikezu, Tsuneya Ikezu

“…Upon withdrawal of doxycycline, this monoclonal microglial cell line differentiates, resembling in vivo microglial physiology as demonstrated by the expression of microglial genes, innate immune responses, chemotaxis, and phagocytic abilities. …”
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Recurrence of Herpetic Keratitis after COVID-19 Vaccination: A Report of Two Cases by Ali Mahdavi Fard, Jeffrey Desilets, Sangita Patel

“…The general activation of the T-cell-mediated immune response and proinflammatory cytokines such as IFNγ may underlie the role of the COVID vaccines in reactivation of herpetic stromal keratitis and the clinical findings in our reported cases.…”
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De novo design of protein minibinder agonists of TLR3 by Chloe S. Adams, Hyojin Kim, Abigail E. Burtner, Dong Sun Lee, Craig Dobbins, Cameron Criswell, Brian Coventry, Adri Tran-Pearson, Ho Min Kim, Neil P. King

“…Abstract Toll-like Receptor 3 (TLR3) is a pattern recognition receptor that initiates antiviral immune responses upon binding double-stranded RNA (dsRNA). …”
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Desensitization of delayed-type hypersensitivity in mice: suppressive environment by Takashi Katsura, Kazuo Kobayashi, Michio Hosaka, Sachiko Sugihara, Tsuyoshi Kasama, Keita Kasahara, Stanley Cohen, Takeshi Yoshida

“…The systemic injection of high doses of antigen into a preimmunized animal results in transient unresponsiveness of cell-mediated immune responses. This phenomenon is known as desensitization. …”
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The “Trojan Horse” Approach to Tumor Immunotherapy: Targeting the Tumor Microenvironment by Delia Nelson, Scott Fisher, Bruce Robinson

“…Numerous studies have demonstrated that intratumoural therapy has the capacity to minimizing local suppression, inducing sufficient “dangerous” tumor cell death to cross-prime strong immune responses, and rending tumor blood vessels amenable to immune cell traffic to induce effector cell changes in secondary lymphoid organs. …”
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Susceptibility of Porphyromonas gingivalis and Streptococcus mutans to Antibacterial Effect from Mammea americana by Alejandra Herrera Herrera, Luis Franco Ospina, Luis Fang, Antonio Díaz Caballero

“…These microorganisms trigger inflammatory and immune responses in the host. Currently, medicinal plants are treatment options for these oral diseases. …”
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Advances in Illuminating Prostate Cancer with Emerging Phototherapies by Ali Usman

“…PDT employs photosensitizers to produce reactive oxygen species, thereby stimulating anti-tumor immune responses, disrupting the tumor microvasculature and/or inducing aopotitic or necrotic cell death. …”
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The role of BATF in immune cell differentiation and autoimmune diseases by Xiaomeng Wang, Yue Hong, Jinmei Zou, Bo Zhu, Chao Jiang, Liwei Lu, Jie Tian, Jing Yang, Ke Rui

“…Recent studies have demonstrated that BATF not only plays pivotal roles in innate and adaptive immune responses but also acts as a crucial factor in the differentiation and function of various immune cells. …”
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Uncovering NK cell sabotage in gut diseases via single cell transcriptomics. by Hansong Lee, Dai Sik Ko, Hye Jin Heo, Seung Eun Baek, Eun Kyoung Kim, Eun Jung Kwon, Junho Kang, Yeuni Yu, Ninib Baryawno, Kihun Kim, Dongjun Lee, Yun Hak Kim

“…Overall, we elucidated the comprehensive UC and CRC immune microenvironments and NK cell-mediated immune responses. Our findings can aid in selecting therapeutic targets that increase the efficacy of immunotherapy.…”
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Immunotherapeutic Potential of Lactobacillus Species as Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors in Cancer Immunotherapy by Renukadevi J, Sam Helinto J, Prena D

“…These probiotics influence immune responses through interactions with immune cells such as dendritic cells, macrophages, and T cells. …”
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A pair of promising immune checkpoints PSGL-1 and VISTA from immunotolerance to immunotherapy by Manqing Peng, Xiaofang Lu, Junshuang Guo, Xiangli Yin, Jing Zhang, Xin Li, Yizhou Zou

“…Abstract Immune checkpoints are crucial for regulating immune responses and maintaining self-tolerance, as they play a pivotal role in preventing autoimmunity and facilitating tumor immune evasion. …”
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The TIR Domain Containing Locus of Enterococcus faecalis Is Predominant among Urinary Tract Infection Isolates and Downregulates Host Inflammatory Response by Thomas Daniel Kraemer, Orlando Daniel Quintanar Haro, Eugen Domann, Trinad Chakraborty, Svetlin Tchatalbachev

“…When transiently expressed in cultured eukaryotic cells, TcpF caused suppression of TLR2-dependent NF-κB activation suggesting for TcpF a role as a factor in E. faecalis that benefits colonization by modulating the host’s immune responses.…”
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A population model capturing dynamics of tuberculosis granulomas predicts host infection outcomes by Chang Gong, Jennifer J. Linderman, Denise Kirschner

“…The model also predicts a dual role for granuloma development in LNs during Mtb infection: in early phases of infection granulomas suppress infection by providing additional antigens to the site of immune priming; however, this induces a more rapid reactivation at later stages by disrupting immune responses. We identify mechanisms that strongly correlate with better host-level outcomes, including elimination of uncontained lung granulomas by inducing low levels of lung tissue damage and inhibition of bacteria dissemination within the lung.…”
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Gut Microbiota–Tumor Microenvironment Interactions: Mechanisms and Clinical Implications for Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Efficacy in Cancer by Said SS, Ibrahim WN

“…Emerging evidence suggests that the gut microbiota plays a pivotal role in modulating immune responses at the tumor site and may even influence treatment outcomes in cancer patients receiving ICIs. …”
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Microfluidic organ-on-chip systems for periodontal research: advances and future directions by Gopu Sriram, Gopu Sriram, Hardik Makkar, Hardik Makkar

“…The pathogenesis of periodontal disease involves a complex interplay between microbial dysbiosis and host immune responses, which can lead to a loss of dental support structures and contribute to systemic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and inflammatory bowel disease. …”
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Depletion of Regulatory T Cells in a Mouse Experimental Glioma Model through Anti-CD25 Treatment Results in the Infiltration of Non-Immunosuppressive Myeloid Cells in the Brain by Wim Maes, Tina Verschuere, Anaïs Van Hoylandt, Louis Boon, Stefaan Van Gool

“…The recruitment and activation of regulatory T cells (Tregs) in the micro-environment of malignant brain tumors has detrimental effects on antitumoral immune responses. Hence, local elimination of Tregs within the tumor micro-environment represents a highly valuable tool from both a fundamental and clinical perspective. …”
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Immunomodulation by Gut Microbiota: Role of Toll-Like Receptor Expressed by T Cells by Mariagrazia Valentini, Alessia Piermattei, Gabriele Di Sante, Giuseppe Migliara, Giovanni Delogu, Francesco Ria

“…A close relationship exists between gut microbiota and immune responses. An imbalance of this relationship can determine local and systemic immune diseases. …”
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Vitreous Mediators in Retinal Hypoxic Diseases by Roberto dell'Omo, Francesco Semeraro, Giulio Bamonte, Francesco Cifariello, Mario R. Romano, Ciro Costagliola

“…Cytokines and chemokines are multifunctional mediators that can direct the recruitment of leukocytes to sites of inflammation, promote the process, enhance immune responses, and promote stem cell survival, development, and homeostasis. …”
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Cytokines and HCV-Related Disorders by Poupak Fallahi, Clodoveo Ferri, Silvia Martina Ferrari, Alda Corrado, Domenico Sansonno, Alessandro Antonelli

“…The complex cytokine network operating during initial infection allows a coordinated, effective development of both innate and adaptive immune responses. However, HCV interferes with cytokines at various levels and escapes immune response by inducing a T-helper (Th)2/T cytotoxic 2 cytokine profile. …”
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Carcinogenic and anticancer activities of microbiota-derived secondary bile acids by Mobina Kouhzad, Friedrich Götz, Tahereh Navidifar, Elahe Taki, Mahsa Ghamari, Roghayeh Mohammadzadeh, Maryam Seyedolmohadesin, Narjess Bostanghadiri

“…Conversely, some SBAs exhibit anticancer properties by inducing apoptosis, inhibiting cell proliferation, and modulating immune responses. The article also discusses the complex interplay between SBAs and the host’s genetic and environmental factors, highlighting potential therapeutic implications and the need for targeted strategies to mitigate risks while harnessing beneficial effects. …”
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