The STING protein, known for helping cells fight viral infections by generating inflammation, also appears to function as a ...

The cGAS-STING signaling pathway, a key element of the innate immune response, has risen as a promising avenue to amplify this therapeutic approach. Unraveling the pathway's role in immune system ...

Wasps, which include yellow jackets and hornets, can be aggressive and sting multiple times. To treat a wasp sting, wash it with soap and water, then reduce swelling with ice and antihistamines.

A conserved molecular pathway controlled by the proteins cGAS, STING and IRF3 can detect DNA outside of these compartments, and report it to the neighboring immune cells by secondary messengers ...