A new paper from the University of Kansas overturns the idea that a "risk gene" carried by millions of people worldwide influences production of Type 1 interferon, a workhorse of the immune system.

Photo taken on a light microscope of bone marrow derived dendritic cells generated for the study at the University of Kansas. LAWRENCE — A new paper from the University of Kansas overturns the idea ...

The 2024 Albert Lasker Award for Basic Medical Research is awarded to Zhijian (James) Chen for his landmark discoveries that explain how DNA stimulates immune responses. DNA is best known as genetic ...

Despite potential benefits, the therapy remains in limited use for myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs). Pegylated interferons are a meaningful therapeutic option for the treatment of ...

A new study shows that about two percent of the population develop autoantibodies against type 1 interferons, mostly later in life. This makes individuals more susceptible to viral diseases like COVID ...