What is the Thymus gland? What is its function? its connection to the Immune System? you might have asked. The Thymus gland, at the forward base of the neck, plays a key role in the immunological defense system, stimulating production of white blood cells that fight disease and infection.hat is the Thymus gland? What is its function? its connection to the Immune System? you might have asked. The Thymus gland, at the forward base of the neck, plays a key role in the immunological defense system, stimulating production of white blood cells that fight disease and infection.
At 19, Austin Myers becomes youngest inmate on Ohio's death row.
William Heirens, left, is taken into custody for 3 murders. He confessed in 1946, but now says he was coerced. Dixon, Illinois (CNN) -- William Heirens, the Lipstick Killer, is believed to be the longest-serving inmate in the United States. He turns 81 on November 15.