Light has long been recognized as a critical regulator of human health, influencing everything from hormone secretion to cardiovascular rhythms. Published in the journal, Journal of Thrombosis and ...

These T cells then activate platelets in the spleen; platelets are the cell fragments that set off blood clot formation. Upon re-entering circulation, the primed platelets are better able to ...

Although early indications suggest that these new therapeutics are well tolerated, stimulation of c-Mpl may potentiate platelet activation and trigger thrombosis, a particular concern for older ...

Heart disease, a leading cause of death in Western countries, often refers to a condition called atherosclerosis. This disease is characterized by the buildup of plaque in arteries, which narrows them ...