Genistein down-modulates pro-inflammatory cytokines and reverses clinical signs of experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis.
- M. D. De Paula, D. H. Rodrigues, H. C. Teixeira, M. M. Barsante, M. A. Souza, A. P. Ferreira
- BiologyInternational Immunopharmacology
- 1 September 2008
Increased susceptibility to Strongyloides venezuelensis in mice due to Mycobacterium bovis co-infection which modulates production of Th2 cytokines
- A. M. Carmo, M. Vicentini, A. Ferreira
- BiologyParasitology
- 7 August 2009
It is pointed out that susceptibility to Strongyloides venezuelensis infection is increased by Mycobacterium bovis co-infection, resulting in higher parasite survival.
Modulatory Effects of 6‐Carboxymethylthiopurine on Activated Murine Macrophages
- M. D. De Paula, F. G. Braga, A. P. Ferreira
- BiologyChemical Biology and Drug Design
- 1 June 2008
Data point to an anti‐inflammatory effect of 6‐carboxymethylthiopurine on stimulated macrophages, as well as its effect on the cell viability and proliferation after stimulus with Mycobacterium bovis bacille Calmette–Guérin, interferon‐gamma or a combination of both.