title: The thymus: new views of an old gland.
abstract: The existence of the thymus was recognised by ancient scientists and doctors, although its vital role in the development and maintenance of the competent T cell repertoire has been fully appreciated only comparatively recently. Current research is now moving on to explore the role of the thymus in interactions between the brain, the nervous system and the immune response. This is an exciting new field which should lead to advances in the management, treatment and prognosis of disease in man and animals.
mesh_terms: D011948:Receptors, Antigen, T-Cell / Q000737:chemistry; D013601:T-Lymphocytes / Q000166:cytology; D013950:Thymus Gland / Q000166:cytology / Q000276:immunology / Q000378:metabolism / Q000502:physiology*
chemical_list: D011948:Receptors, Antigen, T-Cell