For centuries, the thymus was believed to be an enigmatic organ, and there was no accurate description of its functions. Research over the years has provided insight into this organ's structure ...

Because the chemical composition of the matrix precluded histologic section, any hypothesis regarding whether complex microenvironments of the thymus structure were reconstituted could not be ...

But there remain many unanswered questions about the structure and function of the thymus, both in health and disease, which more detailed imaging may help to address. The new images reveal the ...

But there remain many unanswered questions about the structure and function of the thymus, both in health and disease, which more detailed imaging may help to address. The new images reveal the ...

This article explores the location of the thymus, its anatomy, its function, and disorders of the thymus. The thymus is located at the top of the sternum (breastbone), near the collarbone.

The thymus gland is located in the chest behind the breastbone. Its functions include producing white blood cells known as T cells, which aid in immunity. It also contributes to the production of ...

The thymus has a unique and complex 3D structure, including an epithelium (a lining of cells able to guide T cell maturation) that forms a mesh throughout the whole organ and around the thymocytes.

Until now. “Using new imaging techniques we were able to, for the first time, peer into the complete thymus structure and discover one of the reasons this happens,” Professor Gray said.