The function of human airway macrophages can be therapeutically manipulated by targeting cellular metabolism to support immunity in the lung, aiding the design of innovative strategies in respiratory ...
The H5N1 (bird flu) virus is looming as a greater threat to humans. Scientists in British Columbia have identified a new ...
Researchers from Vanderbilt University have developed a system of artificial cilia that can reportedly monitor mucus ...
Airway epithelial cells act as a physical barrier against environmental toxins and injury, and modulate inflammation and the immune response. As such, maintenance of their integrity is critical.
Mechanical engineers have developed a system of artificial cilia capable of monitoring mucus conditions in human airways to better detect infection, airway obstruction, or the severity of diseases ...
In their paper, the researchers noted that continuously monitoring human airway conditions is crucial for timely interventions, especially when airway stents are implanted to alleviate central ...
Respiratory system models are experimental systems that recreate aspects of human respiratory system development, function or disease. Animal models such as dog, rodent and pig can be used to ...