Macrophage

Scientists at Johns Hopkins University say they’ve developed a gel-based treatment that might be incredibly effective at treating an often-fatal brain cancer. In a study of mice released this week, the gel in combination with surgery was found to eradicate 100% of glioblastoma tumors. It will take more research and safety testing before we can think of trying out this method in humans, however.Mental Health Apps Are a Privacy NightmareGlioblastoma is the most common form of brain cancer, accounting for around half of all…

M1 and M2 macrophages play crucial roles in our immune system, with distinct and opposing functions. M1 macrophages provide bactericidal and tumoricidal effects, while M2 macrophages promote immunosuppressive responses and can contribute to cancer progression. Reprogramming M2 to M1 macrophages is of significant interest for potential cancer treatments. A research team at POSTECH has developed a novel probe that, for the first time, selectively dyes M2 macrophages over M1, making it easier to distinguish between these…