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Ludhiana: Internationally renowned scientist Dr Barry T Rouse from the University of Tennessee, USA, delivered a talk on ‘How our immune system battles pathogens’ at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University , Ludhiana. The session explored approaches to managing immune system overreactions that often worsen diseases. Dr Rouse explained the critical challenges posed by immune dysfunction in diseases like dengue, hepatitis, and Covid-19.
Using the Covid-19 pandemic as a case study, he described the phenomenon of a " cytokine storm ," where an overactive immune response causes widespread tissue damage and multi-organ failure. These revelations shed light on how our body’s defence system, when uncontrolled, can turn into its greatest enemy. Dr Rouse detailed how viruses evade detection by altering their appearance or hiding within the body.
Despite these challenges, he offered hope with cutting-edge solutions. His discussion included advanced therapeutic interventions. Dr Rouse demonstrated how the gut microbiome can be harnessed to counter harmful immune reactions.
Dr LD Singla, director of Human Resource Management Centre, welcomed him and emphasised the importance of global collaborations in advancing veterinary and medical research. Vice-chancellor Dr JPS Gill was commended for facilitating such invaluable interactions. Two distinguished scientists Dr Shalini Sharma and Dr Shilpa Sood from Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Jammu shared their personal experiences while working with Dr Rouse.
Dr TS Rai summarised the session, stressing the value of fostering academic exchanges with global experts. We also published the following articles recently BJP MLA Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil gets rousing welcome in Shirdi Seven-term BJP MLA Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil received an enthusiastic welcome in Nandur village during his campaign trail. Villagers expressed strong support for Patil, citing his responsiveness to their needs and the beneficial schemes implemented by the BJP-led governments.
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