A research team led by scientists from the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in São Paulo, Brazil, has made significant ...

The cells that line the inside of the gut may play a key role in triggering inflammation that drives MS, a study found.

How does the gut cause Multiple Sclerosis? New research identifies the MHC II protein in intestinal epithelial cells as the trigger for MS-related neuroinflammation. Discover how gut-primed T cells ...

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a debilitating neurological disorder caused by malfunctioning immune responses that target the ...

Seborrheic dermatitis is positively associated with a range of epithelial barrier diseases, including dermatologic, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and ocular diseases. Seborrheic dermatitis is ...

Researchers suggest modulating intestinal microbiota or antigen-presenting activity of IECs represents new approaches to treating autoimmune neurological disease.

Epithelial cells line the body’s surfaces to protect against physical damage, pathogens, and dehydration. These cells play key roles in absorbing nutrients and removing waste products, as well as ...

A new comprehensive atlas of cells fills gaps in knowledge on how different cells in the intestine act together to drive celiac disease, potentially opening new avenues for future therapeutic ...

The human small intestine absorbs nutrients while protecting us from potentially harmful microbes. One of the cell types that plays a key role in this protection is the microfold cell (M cell). These ...