New studies of how the immune system recognizes cells to eliminate from the body may revolutionize how vaccines are generated. Recent work has shown how a certain type of immune cell functions to recognize cells that are dying, for example, from infection. Researchers think they might be able to use the discovery to trick the… [Continue Reading]
New Immunology Research Suggests New Approaches for Vaccine Development
April 18, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Soy Reduces Hot Flashes During Menopause
April 18, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Soy, which contains estrogen-like compounds, reduces the frequency and severity of symptoms during menopause, namely hot flashes. Researchers have attributed the effect to isoflavones in a new study, which demonstrates that women consuming the compound have fewer and less severe hot flashes. In the most comprehensive study to date to examine the effects of soy… [Continue Reading]