PM2.5 Causes Increased Bacterial Invasion by Affecting HBD1 Expression in the Lung
Our research addresses the critical environmental issue of a fine particulate matter (PM2.5), focusing on its association with the increased infection risks. We explored the influence of PM2.5 on human beta-defensin 1 (HBD1), an essential peptide in mucosal immunity found in the airway epithelium. U...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2024-01-01
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| Series: | Journal of Immunology Research |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2024/6622950 |