Altered intestinal barrier function is postulated to be a central predisposing factor to intestinal diseases, including inflammatory bowel diseases and food allergies. However, the mechanisms involved ...

Researchers identify altered expression of genes that worsens periodontitis among smokers, and a new target molecule ...

Scientists hoping to discover better ways to boost immune function — which could lengthen our healthspan and protect immunocompromised patients — may have a new target, according to findings published ...

Under healthy conditions, the intestinal epithelium fully renews itself every three to five days. Aging and exposure to ...