Fat Clue to Triggering Latent Tuberculosis, Cornell University Study

ScienceDaily (Apr. 5, 2010) — The factors instrumental in triggering latent tuberculosis (TB) infection to progress into active disease have long remained elusive to researchers. New insight into the mystery is provided by Professor David Russell, speaking at the Society for General Microbiology’s spring meeting in Edinburgh. His work could help develop innovative strategies for treating the disease.

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