When Systems Collide
Trying to understand the bone's newfound connection to immune system and microbiome. It's a marathon not a sprint. Continue reading
What’s Hot in 2015: The Microbiome and Bones
Look for more comprehensive skeletal and immunological evaluations in toxicology studies as part of a multidisciplinary approach to drug testing. Continue reading
Skeleton Crews
The cross talk between bones and the immune system are striking, complex and not always welcome. Continue reading
SOT 2014: It All Comes Back to the Bones
The average person might not consider the skeleton an endocrine organ, but in fact it is important in regulating metabolism, muscles, the reproductive system, even the immune system… Continue reading
In Diabetes, A Material Witness
A handheld tool that measures the properties making up bone has enabled researchers to validate a trend long associated with many diabetics—an increased risk of fractures. Continue reading
Susan Y. Smith featured in Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News
Charles River bone expert Susan Y. Smith discusses the skeleton’s function in human physiology in Emerging Insights into the Role of the Skeleton, featured in a recent edition of GEN. Continue reading
The Skeleton: A Regulator of Energy Metabolism?
During the evolution of man, we were subject to famine and feasting largely driven by the seasons and changing environmental conditions. When food was plentiful, metabolism functioned one… Continue reading