Publications by authors named "Mark Menechella"
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- The human IRGM gene is associated with inflammatory conditions like sepsis and Crohn's disease, where decreased expression can lead to increased inflammatory markers in the body.
- Prior research showed that changes in metabolism and mitochondrial functions are linked to increased inflammatory responses, but the exact mechanisms were unclear.
- New findings revealed that type I interferon (IFN) production in macrophages is crucial for heightened cytokine levels due to IRGM deficiency, and novel pathways affecting mitochondrial function contribute to this inflammatory response.
Histamine is a component of the bed bug aggregation pheromone. It was recently identified as an environmental contaminant in homes with active bed bug infestations, posing a potential health risk to humans via skin contact or inhalation. It remains unclear how histamine is distributed in homes and if histamine can become airborne.
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