Scientists Discover a Type of Immune Cell That Produces Defensive “Shields” in the Skin

Scientists at CNIC have identified a specialized group of neutrophils in the skin that produce extracellular matrix. This activity helps reinforce the skin’s barrier and enhances its ability to defend against infection. A team at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), led by Dr. Andrés Hidalgo, has discovered a specialized group of neutrophils in [...]

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