University of Wisconsin–Madison

Lymphatic endothelial cells regulate neutrophil phenotypes and function in a microphysiological model of infection

Early skin inflammation requires coordinated immune regulation, with neutrophils acting as first-line responders. While the blood vasculature and its role in neutrophil recruitment during infection has been extensively studied, the lymphatic system remains comparatively understud...

Does Political Decoupling Through Fair Market Privatization Improve Managerial and Political Outcomes? Insights From Water Utility Sales

ABSTRACT Many U.S. municipalities face environmental service delivery challenges, including aging infrastructure and rising debt. In response, several states have adopted Fair Market Value (FMV) legislation, which aims to incentivize private firms to acquire and invest in municip...

A network approach with motion sequencing reveals hidden patterns of repetitive behavior in a pre-clinical model of epilepsy

Epilepsy is the 4th most prevalent neurological condition with 50 million cases worldwide. Patients with epilepsy bare a disproportionate burden of cognitive decline and psychiatric disorders which remain poorly understood and go unaddressed by current anti-epileptic treatments....

Predictive value of preoperative esophagram in postoperative outcomes after antireflux surgery

Abstract Background Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) significantly impairs quality of life. Antireflux surgery (ARS) improves symptoms when medical therapy fails, but postoperative recurrence and dysphagia remain concerns, emphasizing the need for improved preoperative risk...