IgE possesses highly potent immune effector function underpinning its natural role in providing defence against animal venoms and certain parasites. IgE-activated macrophages permeate tumours ...

After altering T. gondii’s organelles, the team initially introduced the parasite into lab-grown human brain organoids, where it successfully delivered the MeCP2 protein to specific neurons.

A common parasite could one day deliver drugs to the brain. Here's how scientists are turning Toxoplasma gondii from foe into friend.

Get Instant Summarized Text (Gist) Chagas disease affects millions, often going undetected until severe symptoms arise. The parasite responsible undergoes four lifecycle stages, adapting to ...