University of Rochester

Urban vs. Rural Kids: Allergy Differences Revealed

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NEW YORK – may 15, 2025 – Scientists have identified a new immune cell subset, opening a new avenue for understanding allergy development. Discovered by researchers,the unique immune cells could explain why urban children tend to have higher rates of allergic diseases compared to their rural counterparts. The research, which focuses on T cells, aims … Read more

Microglia Exhibit Gender-Specific Behavior in Male and Female Brains

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Sex-Based Differences in Microglia:⁤ A Game-Changer ​for Neurodegenerative Disease Research When a brain injury occurs, a hidden team of responders springs into action. ⁢These are the microglia, the brain’s immune ⁣cells,⁤ tasked with clearing toxins and repairing damaged tissue. But new research reveals that these cells don’t behave the​ same way in men and ​women—a … Read more