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Research Develops a Comprehensive Spatial Atlas of Proteins in the Chloroplast

Plants and algae convert solar energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis. This process is vital for life on Earth and provides us with oxygen, food, fuels, and other valuable products.

6 Oct 2023

The Astute White Blood Cell Defense

Neutrophils, the most prevalent kind of white blood cell, are able to block Candida albicans toxin, according to study from Umeå University. EMBO Reports has published the findings.

6 Oct 2023

The Distinct Divergence in the Genetic Code

A protist’s genome revealed an apparently unusual divergence in the DNA coding signaling the end of a gene, indicating the need for more research to better comprehend this varied group of creatures.

6 Oct 2023

New Approach to Treating Age-Related Diseases by Targeting Aging Cells

A research team, led by Professor Ja Hyoung Ryu from the Department of Chemistry at UNIST, in collaboration with Professor Hyewon Chung from Konkuk University, has achieved a significant breakthrough in the treatment of age-related diseases.

5 Oct 2023

Scientists Gain Insights into Biophysical Properties of Neurons with New Workflow

Biophysically detailed neuronal models provide a unique window into the workings of individual neurons.

5 Oct 2023

Research Aims to Develop Model to Test Role of Viruses in the Gut Microbiome of Mammals

During the COVID-19 pandemic, people became well aware that viruses can be extremely harmful. But can viruses also be helpful?

4 Oct 2023

Study Highlights Cellular and Molecular Characteristics of Senescent Ocular Surface Cells

A new priority research paper was published on the cover of Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 15, Issue 18, entitled, "Gene expression signatures of human senescent corneal and conjunctival epithelial cells."

4 Oct 2023

Research Offers a Promising Avenue for Improving T-Cell-Based Cancer Therapies

Using laboratory-grown cells from humans and genetically engineered mice, scientists at Johns Hopkins Medicine say they have evidence that modifying a specific protein in immune white blood cells known as CD8+ T cells can make the cells more robust, potentially opening the door for better use of people's own immune system T cells to fight cancer.

4 Oct 2023

Leishmania Parasites Found to Infect Non-Immune Cells

The organisms that cause visceral leishmaniasis, a potentially deadly version of the parasitic disease that most often affects the skin to cause disfiguring disease, appear to have a secret weapon, new research suggests: They can infect non-immune cells and persist in those uncommon environments.

4 Oct 2023

New Insights Into the Gibberellin Biosynthesis Pathway in Liverworts

When life gets tough, nature usually finds a way to help the little guys.

4 Oct 2023

New Computational Approach Efficiently Identifies Optimal Genetic Perturbations

A strategy for cellular reprogramming involves using targeted genetic interventions to engineer a cell into a new state.

3 Oct 2023

Wildling Mice With High Microbial Exposure can Develop Allergies

The notion that some level of microbial exposure might reduce our risk of developing allergies has arisen over the last few decades and has been termed the hygiene hypothesis.

3 Oct 2023

New Synthetic Biology Approach Offers Promise for Treating Neurodegenerative Diseases

Researchers at the University of Cologne's CECAD Cluster of Excellence for Aging Research and the CEPLAS Cluster of Excellence for Plant Sciences have found a promising synthetic plant biology approach for the development of a therapy to treat human neurodegenerative diseases, especially Huntington's disease.

3 Oct 2023

New Insights into the Role of Intrinsically Disordered Regions in Chromatin Biology

According to textbooks, proteins work by folding into stable 3D shapes that, like Lego blocks, precisely fit with other biomolecules.

3 Oct 2023

Genomic Characterization of Shewanella Oneidensis to Replace Harsh Chemical Processing

Rare earth elements are used to power electric vehicles, wind turbines, and cell phones. These metals must be extracted from raw ore using acids and solvents.

3 Oct 2023

Broken String Biosciences Strengthens Senior Leadership Team to Accelerate Product Development and Commercialization

Broken String Biosciences today announced the expansion of its senior leadership team with the appointments of Vincent Smith, PhD, as Chief Technology Officer and Jessica Rich as VP Business Development.

3 Oct 2023

Scientists Explain How Enhancer Reprogramming Promotes Tumor Cell Growth

Cancer cells can boost tumor development by hijacking enhancer DNA, which is typically utilized when tissues and organs form, according to researchers at the University of Toronto (U of T).

29 Sep 2023

Modifying/Shredding RNA with Small 3D CRISPR Model

Small and precise: these are the perfect traits for CRISPR systems, the Nobel Prize-winning technology used to alter nucleic acids such as RNA and DNA.

28 Sep 2023

A High-Resolution Glimpse into Peroxisomal Processes

Every system has a waste management system. The “peroxisomes” are cell organelles that dispose of toxic substances and lipids in the human body, among other things, and thereby avoid major diseases.

27 Sep 2023

Unraveling the Link Between Chromosomal Instability and Cancer Spread

Chromosomal instability is a phenomenon marked by rapid alterations in the count and configuration of chromosomes during cell division. This occurrence is prevalent in solid tumors and is closely associated with the aggressive dissemination of cancer, known as metastasis.

27 Sep 2023

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Research Develops a Comprehensive Spatial Atlas of Proteins in the Chloroplast

The Astute White Blood Cell Defense

The Distinct Divergence in the Genetic Code

New Approach to Treating Age-Related Diseases by Targeting Aging Cells

Scientists Gain Insights into Biophysical Properties of Neurons with New Workflow

Research Aims to Develop Model to Test Role of Viruses in the Gut Microbiome of Mammals

Study Highlights Cellular and Molecular Characteristics of Senescent Ocular Surface Cells

Research Offers a Promising Avenue for Improving T-Cell-Based Cancer Therapies

Leishmania Parasites Found to Infect Non-Immune Cells

New Insights Into the Gibberellin Biosynthesis Pathway in Liverworts

New Computational Approach Efficiently Identifies Optimal Genetic Perturbations

Wildling Mice With High Microbial Exposure can Develop Allergies

New Synthetic Biology Approach Offers Promise for Treating Neurodegenerative Diseases

New Insights into the Role of Intrinsically Disordered Regions in Chromatin Biology

Genomic Characterization of Shewanella Oneidensis to Replace Harsh Chemical Processing

Broken String Biosciences Strengthens Senior Leadership Team to Accelerate Product Development and Commercialization

Scientists Explain How Enhancer Reprogramming Promotes Tumor Cell Growth

Modifying/Shredding RNA with Small 3D CRISPR Model

A High-Resolution Glimpse into Peroxisomal Processes

Unraveling the Link Between Chromosomal Instability and Cancer Spread

Driving Support for Pharmaceutical Testing Through Continuous Innovation

From Memory to Metaplasticity: Unraveling the Brain's Secrets

Revolutionizing Mass Spectrometry: A Deep Dive into Plasmion’s SICRIT® Technology

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