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Infectious diseases and the immune system

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The immune system can effectively fight off infections or succumb to them, and allow disease cells to reproduce and overtake to body. Cellular reactions of the immune system in fighting pneumococci, Leishmania and viral infections illustrate the strengths and weaknesses of the immune system.

Author: Paul, William E.
Publisher: Scientific American, Inc.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1993
Analysis, Cover Story, Physiological aspects, Immune system, Immunocompetent cells, Immunocompetence

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Space invaders

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A study conducted by researcher R. Barry Ruback revealed that motorists tend to spend extra time to block others who plan to cut them or occupy the space he or she is leaving behind. Ruback further concluded that such behavior is most prevalent in malls and parking areas.

Author: Mirsky, Steve
Publisher: Scientific American, Inc.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1997
Psychological aspects, Research, Motor vehicle drivers, Automobile driving, Motor vehicle driving, Automobile drivers, Human territoriality

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