In a new role for an ion transporter, Na +-K +-Cl − cotransporter-1 may regulate the lung endothelial and epithelial barriers and consequently modulate the host response to pneumonia and sepsis.

As the body’s first line of defense against microbial intruders, epithelial cells are known for their ability to form tight physical and chemical barriers in tissues. But just how they maintain these ...

A new study reveals that fermented cabbage metabolites help shield intestinal cells from inflammation-induced barrier ...

A significant discovery has identified a missing "gatekeeper" protein as the root cause of dry mouth in Sjögren's syndrome — ...

"By reinforcing the gut's protective barrier, we might prevent bacteria from invading the epithelial cells that line the intestine, which could halt both the onset and progression of the disease ...

The fine control of cell mechanics Date: March 20, 2025 Source: Université de Genève Summary: Our skin and mucous membranes are protected by epithelial cells. This 'barrier' tissue performs its ...

Get Instant Summarized Text (Gist) Gamma-actin plays a crucial role in the organization and mechanics of epithelial cells, particularly in cell membrane stiffness and junction dynamics. Its ...