Scientists solve 30-year-old mystery and discover a hidden defense against inflammation
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Scientists have solved a decades-old mystery and uncovered a hidden immune system defense that protects healthy cells from the very inflammation meant to fight infections. The surprising discovery could lead to new approaches for treating cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and other conditions involving excessive inflammation. (via Science Daily)
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