Publications by authors named "C Gallen"

IL-33 plays an important role in the early programming of CD8 T cells; however, its contribution to the differentiation of tissue-resident memory T cells in vivo remains poorly defined. After infection of mice with Yersinia pseudotuberculosis, IL-33 expression was increased in the intestinal tissue, and this coincided with the expression of ST2 on T cells infiltrating the intestinal epithelium and lamina propria. Blocking IL-33 signaling after T cell infiltration of the intestinal tissue did not significantly impact the number or phenotype of tissue-resident memory T cells generated.

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N,N-Dimethyltryptamine (DMT) is a serotonergic psychedelic, known to rapidly induce short-lasting alterations in conscious experience, characterized by a profound and immersive sense of physical transcendence alongside rich and vivid auditory distortions and visual imagery. Multimodal neuroimaging data paired with dynamic analysis techniques offer a valuable approach for identifying unique signatures of brain activity - and linked autonomic physiology - naturally unfolding during the altered state of consciousness induced by DMT. We leveraged simultaneous fMRI and EKG data acquired in 14 healthy volunteers prior to, during, and after intravenous administration of DMT, and, separately, placebo.

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  • - Tissue-resident memory T (Trm) cells are long-lasting T cells found in nonlymphoid tissues, crucial for immune response without needing input from circulating memory T cells.
  • - CD8+ Trm cells play a key role in monitoring tissues and fighting off infections by activating local immune responses and altering tissue conditions during pathogen reactivation.
  • - Trm cells have diverse functions, which vary by their type and location, and understanding these differences can help improve strategies for controlling diseases through targeted immune responses.
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  • Musical instrument training is linked to better academic skills in kids, but access to this training is limited for some, creating disparities.
  • A study investigated a digital rhythm game as an alternative to traditional instrument training, showing it could improve reading fluency in children, especially by enhancing their rhythmic timing.
  • The findings suggest that while rhythm training benefits reading, it does not significantly affect math skills or other cognitive functions like attention or working memory.
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