Cells
The key cellular mechanism driving Alzheimer’s disease unraveled
Microglia are the primary immunological cells in the brain. They control injury repair, neural network maintenance, and brain development. In Alzheimer's dementia (AD), they...
A biosensing technique to monitor cellular communication
The antennas could help researchers decode intricate electrical signals sent by cells.
SMART: A software to unlock cell signaling’s secrets
Spatial Modeling Algorithms for Reactions and Transport.
Building the virtual cell with artificial intelligence
Scientists call for an all-out, global effort to create an AI virtual cell.
How animals stay ‘in shape’?
Some animals can regenerate large parts of their body, even after major injuries.
Mitochondria not only produce energy but also do something unexpected
A complex interplay for good health.
Important factor in neural development identified
The development is not solely driven by transcription factors.
Milestone: Scientists created mouse from ancient genetic tools
New research sheds light on evolutionary origins of stem cells with groundbreaking experiment.
A new model to explore the epidermal renewal
This study could bring new perspectives for the study of human epidermis.
An ultrafast imaging technique reveals how bromoform reacts to light
Watching a molecular reaction in real time.
World-first 3D cell model to help develop treatments for devastating lip injuries
A continuously replicating model of lip cells.
The impact of plastic chemicals on DNA and reproduction
Phthalate impacts egg formation, leading to wrong chromosome numbers in C. elegans.
‘Selfish DNA’ played a key role in early human development
These elements are not mere genomic parasites.
Making high-resolution imaging more accessible
A new expansion technique to image nanoscale structures inside cells.
Scientists recreated a hallmark of Parkinson’s disease in human neurons
Scientists use stem cells to follow development of protein bodies characteristic of neurological disease.
Study reveals a key molecular step required for the division of damaged mitochondria
The research team has identified a key protein in mitochondrial division.
A ‘pause button’ in human development
The molecular mechanisms that control embryonic diapause also seem to be actionable in human cells.
Scientists discovered an entirely new type of cell
The cells possess the unique ability to transform into two specific types of cells.
Boosting cells to fight aging and disease
But what if we could recharge our cells to help fight aging and diseases? As we age or face illnesses, our cells fights.
New method detects biological oxidant derived from CO2 in cells
Novel method of detecting peroxymonocarbonate in cells based on the use of fluorescent molecular probes.
New method to relocate misplaced proteins
This breakthrough could pave the way for novel treatments for diseases caused by protein misplacement, such as cancer.
Mapping the energy patterns within our cells
The discovery offers a potential pathway to harness the energy in our cells to tackle diseases like cancer.
New proteins control cell membranes
Scientists at Kyoto University have discovered how cells control phospholipid distribution in their membranes.
How cancer weakens the immune system
Cancer can weaken the immune system by transforming immune cells into ones that support tumor growth and helps in targeting weaker cells.
Dying cells in inflammation trigger healing signals
Unlike apoptosis, which is regular cell maintenance, pyroptosis occurs during infections and causes inflammation.
Regular exercisers have healthier belly fat
People with obesity who exercise regularly have healthier belly fat and store fat better than those who don't exercise.