Zinc-bound metallothioneins and immune plasticity: lessons from very old mice and humans

<p>Abstract</p> <p>The capacity of the remodelling immune responses during stress (named immune plasticity) is fundamental to reach successful ageing. We herein report two pivotal experimental models in order to demonstrate the relevance of the immune plasticity in ageing and succe...

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Main Authors: Tesei Silvia, Costarelli Laura, Cipriano Catia, Muti Elisa, Giacconi Robertina, Mocchegiani Eugenio, Gasparini Nazzarena, Malavolta Marco
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-09-01
Series:Immunity & Ageing
Online Access:http://www.immunityageing.com/content/4/1/7