The health of this small organ, which was previously thought to be inactive in adulthood can be crucial in cancer treatment.

Researchers at Mass General Brigham say the thymus may continue to play a significant role in adult health. Using artificial intelligence, the team analyzed routine CT scans from more than 2,500 ...

Imaging studies of more than 27,000 adults link a healthier thymus on CT scans with a longer life and lower risks of ...

Two new studies from investigators at Mass General Brigham challenge a decades-old assumption that the thymus, an organ best ...

A new study found a correlation between the health of a human’s thymus and the likelihood of cardiovascular disease or cancer.  Published on Wednesday in the ...

As populations age worldwide, the decline of the immune system, a process known as immunosenescence, has become a critical biomedical challenge. This decline leads to increased susceptibility to ...

Researchers have identified stem cells in the human thymus for the first time. These cells represent a potential new target to understand immune diseases and cancer and how to boost the immune system.

Key Takeaways Adults with healthy thymus glands show a 50% lower risk of premature death than those with poor thymic healthA strong thymus may help the body respond better to modern cancer treatments ...

There's a small fatty gland that sits behind your sternum and is often said to be 'useless' in adulthood. A retrospective study, however, suggests the thymus gland is not nearly as expendable as ...