Several studies have now demonstrated that trained immunity occurs in the airways to several pathogens and products, while its utility is yet to be determined.

Results from early-stage trial show that 80% of participants who received one of two HIV vaccine candidates produced antibodies against viral proteins.

The brain activates front-line immune cells in response to the mere sight of a sick person, mimicking the body’s response to an actual infection, a study shows. Study volunteers donned virtual reality ...

Researchers equipped study participants with virtual reality headsets and observed how their brains and immune systems ...

The sneezing, itchy eyes and coughing elicited by some allergens are caused by proteins creating holes in airway cells, ...

The scientists found that the approach of an infectious avatar fired up brain areas linked to personal space — the region ...

The itching, redness and swelling of an allergic reaction are caused by mast cells—the vigilant first responders of the ...

Findings indicate the brain's anticipatory response to virtual infections activates immune mechanisms, showcasing the link between neuroscience and immunity.