New study shows that dysfunction of protective immune cells in GI tract may contribute to onset of inflammation in Crohn's disease.

A research team led by Mount Sinai has uncovered mechanisms of abnormal immune cell function that may lead to Crohn's disease ...

Epithelial cells defend human skin and mucous membranes. Specialized structures known as “junctions” enable this “barrier” tissue to carry out its role. They control interactions between cells and ...

Our skin and mucous membranes protect us like vigilant sentinels against the onslaught of harmful pathogens. This extraordinary defense owes its strength to epithelial cells—specialized tissues woven ...

New study shows that dysfunction of protective immune cells in GI tract may contribute to onset of inflammation in Crohn’s disease ...

This important study provides solid evidence that glucosylceramide synthase (GlcT), a rate-limiting enzyme for glycosphingolipid (GSL) production, plays a role in the differentiation of intestinal ...

Several medications now calm painful inflammation in the intestines. Diets free of ultraprocessed foods also help ...

New research suggests restoring stellate cells to their healthy and protective state could simultaneously reduce liver scarring and improve liver function.

A study of intestinal damage from pesticide mixtures adds to the wide body of science highlighting regulatory deficiencies.

Chiu explained that when intestinal cells are damaged, they release ATP - a major source ... Chiu successfully modified the drug's molecular structure, improving its efficacy while significantly ...

Considering the mounting evidence on the involvement of the intestinal microbiota in initiating and determining IBD phenotype, we investigated intestinal microbiota composition in patients with PSC.

The doctor and MasterChef winner explains why we should be eating more good fats, and shares three recipes that are good for ...