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2002

Shadow Proteins in the Thymus Give Clues to Autoimmunity - October 25, 2002. The function of a protein, dubbed aire, that is critical to helping immune cells learn to recognize -- and avoid attacking -- the far-flung organs and tissues of the body has been identified by HMS researchers.

Study Suggests Surprising Cause of Arthritis - September 13, 2002.
Certain carbohydrates fingered as trigger of autoimmune Response.

Unexpected Immune System Pathway Linked to Rheumatoid Arthritis - February 22, 2002.
Mechanism proposed for joint-specific arthritis arising from systemic Disease.

2001

Gene Initiates Joint Formation - February 23, 2001.
Researchers at HMS have identified a molecule that plays a central role in the initiation of synovial joint formation. Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease marked by changes in the synovium

Molecular Agent Prepares Immune Forces - January 12, 2001.
Researchers work on T cells has implications for arthritis treatment.

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