6 articles
A comprehensive review reveals the thymus retains stem-like epithelial progenitors into adulthood, challenging the idea it is immunologically expendable.
Scientists discover axolotls regenerate a complete thymus from scratch, revealing midkine signaling as a key early driver with implications for reversing immune aging.
Review explores how thymosin alpha-1 could restore immune function by reversing thymic involution and reducing chronic inflammation in aging.
A deep mechanistic exploration of the signaling networks governing thymic involution and the most promising therapeutic strategies — from FOXN1 gene therapy to senolytics — entering clinical translation.
Go beyond the basics to explore the cellular and molecular machinery driving thymic involution — and the cutting-edge strategies researchers are using to reverse it.
Discover how a tiny gland in your chest quietly shapes your immune defenses — and what science is learning about turning back its clock.
