Northwestern Medicine scientists led by Joseph Bass, MD, Ph.D., the Charles F. Kettering Professor of Endocrinology and ...

Japan has approved ground-breaking stem-cell treatments for Parkinson's and severe heart failure, one of the manufacturers ...

Every time we feel a gentle tap on the skin, specialized nerve cells convert that physical force into an electrical signal ...

Our immune system relies on T cells to fight infections. But T cells don't just show up and react—first, they train, get a ...

More than 10,000 Americans who suffer from chronic liver disease are on a waitlist for a liver transplant, but there are not ...

Large protein machines in the body carry out many of the cell's most essential tasks, from energy production to the ...

Green tea contains beneficial compounds that may support immune health by reducing inflammation, fighting oxidative stress, ...

A naturally occurring byproduct of liver metabolism–the ketone body, β-hydroxybutyrate (BHB)–can strengthen the fitness and antitumor activity of CAR T cells. The findings, reported on March 6, 2026 ...

Protein is essential for building cells, supporting immune system function and maintaining energy, but a deficiency may affect health in surprising ways. Here is how to identify a deficiency.

Japan has approved the world’s first stem cell therapy for Parkinson’s disease, offering new hope for millions globally. The treatment uses induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells to replace damaged ...

Scientists have developed injectable "mini livers" that can replicate liver function, potentially buying time for those with liver disease.

The results show how relatively small dietary adjustments could influence the course of disease. According to the researchers ...