Innate immune cells of the respiratory tract are the first line of defense against pathogenic and environmental insults. Failure of these cells to perform their immune functions leaves the host susceptible to infection and may contribute to…
Calorie restriction (CR) is a potent modulator of longevity in multiple species. A growing body of evidence shows that sustained periods of CR without malnutrition improves risk factors involved in the pathophysiology of type 2 diabetes…
Parkinson’s disease is the world’s fastest growing brain disorder, and exposure to environmental toxicants is the principal reason. In this paper, we consider alternative, but unsatisfactory, explanations for its rise, including improved…
The primary data for this and other partial lists is based on JPL's "Small-Body Orbital Elements" [1 ] and data available from the Minor Planet Center. [2 ] [3 ] Critical list information is also provided by the MPC, [2 ] [3 ] unless…