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Research activity per year
The immune system distinguishes between self and non-self but also between different types of non-self such as viruses and worms. T helper (Th) cells (CD4+) have a fundamental role in that challenge; following their first interaction with a pathogen, Th cells can differentiate into regulatory or effector lineages that differentially express cytokine genes. The effector lineages Th1, Th2, and Th17 are characterized by the expression of the signature cytokines Interferon g (IFNg), Interleukin-4 (IL-4), and Interleukin-17 (IL-17), respectively. IFNg exerts protective functions in microbial infections and is observed clinically in cases of autoimmune diseases. IL-4 is strongly apparent in parasitic infections, and is associated with allergic reactions. IL-17 plays a role in the eradication of extracellular pathogens, but inappropriate responses can lead to autoimmunity.
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
PhD, Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Jan 1993 → Jan 1998
Award Date: 1 Jan 1998
Master's Degree, Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Oct 1990 → Oct 1993
Award Date: 1 Oct 1993
Bachelor, Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Oct 1986 → Oct 1989
Award Date: 1 Oct 1989
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
אבני, א. (Other)
Activity: Membership › Membership of organization
Avni, O. (Speaker)
Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
Avni, O. (Participation - Conference participant)
Activity: Participating in or organizing an event › Organizing a conference, workshop, ...
Avni, O. (Speaker)
Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
Avni, O. (Speaker)
Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
Student thesis: Thesis