COVID-19 & gut microbes | Brain waste clearance

COVID-19 disrupts gut microbiome; immune cells control waste clearance in the brain; ancient viral DNA may help humans fight infections

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November 22, 2022 Edition

COVID-19 disrupts gut microbiome

Researchers found that COVID-19 disrupts the gut microbiome and gut lining, allowing pathogenic bacteria to thrive and enter the bloodstream.

Colorized scanning electron micrograph of a macrophage.

Immune cells control waste clearance in the brain

Scientists identified a type of immune cell that helps clear waste products in the brain, suggesting new strategies for preventing and treating Alzheimers disease and related disorders.

DNA and other molecules painted on an ancient wall

Ancient viral DNA may help humans fight infections

Researchers found that stretches of viral DNA long embedded in the human genome can produce proteins that help block infection by viruses.

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November 22, 2022 Edition

COVID-19 disrupts gut microbiome

Immune cells control waste clearance in the brain

Ancient viral DNA may help humans fight infections

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