What is a cell?
A cell is the fundamental unit of life, serving as the basic building block of all living organisms. This remarkable structure is the smallest entity… Read More »What is a cell?
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What is biotechnology?
Biotechnology is a multidisciplinary field that integrates biology, chemistry, genetics, and other scientific disciplines to harness biological systems and organisms for the development of useful… Read More »What is biotechnology?
Gene linked to Alzheimer’s disease may lead to new therapeutic targets
Microglia, immune-regulating brain cells, have long been implicated in the progression of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). A recent study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital delves into… Read More »Gene linked to Alzheimer’s disease may lead to new therapeutic targets
New RNA-based therapy shows promise for treating aggressive leukemia
Annually, approximately 13,000 individuals in Germany receive a leukemia diagnosis, encompassing various forms of blood cancer, including many children and adolescents under 15. Among the… Read More »New RNA-based therapy shows promise for treating aggressive leukemia
New gene found to control stem cell differentiation in the intestine
Stem cells possess the remarkable ability to transform into specific cell types, replenishing dead or damaged cells within our bodies. Unraveling the mystery of how… Read More »New gene found to control stem cell differentiation in the intestine
What is an organoid?
Organoids are miniature, three-dimensional organ-like structures that are grown in vitro, replicating the architecture and functionality of real organs. These tiny structures hold immense potential… Read More »What is an organoid?
Scientists discover way to reverse COVID-19-induced brain aging
University of Queensland researchers have found a way to reverse a cellular process triggered by COVID-19 that contributes to premature aging of the brain. Dr.… Read More »Scientists discover way to reverse COVID-19-induced brain aging
Targeting lung cancer cells’ “memories” to enhance KRAS inhibition therapy
A new understanding of lung cancer cells’ “memories” suggests a new strategy for improving treatment, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) researchers have found. Research… Read More »Targeting lung cancer cells’ “memories” to enhance KRAS inhibition therapy
Brain-inspired AI code library surpasses 100,000 downloads
Four years ago, Jason Eshraghian from UC Santa Cruz pioneered “snnTorch,” a Python library merging neuroscience and artificial intelligence to craft spiking neural networks—a machine… Read More »Brain-inspired AI code library surpasses 100,000 downloads
New molecular technology offers hope for diseases caused by haploinsufficiency
A new molecular technology capable of binding to mRNA and regulating gene expression may offer a new avenue for treating diseases caused by haploinsufficiency, or… Read More »New molecular technology offers hope for diseases caused by haploinsufficiency
Scientists grow human norepinephrine neurons from stem cells for the first time
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have identified a protein key to the development of a type of brain cell believed to play a role… Read More »Scientists grow human norepinephrine neurons from stem cells for the first time
Microglia orchestrate early human brain development via cholesterol exchange
An international team of scientists has uncovered the vital role of microglia, the immune cells in the brain that acts as its dedicated defense team,… Read More »Microglia orchestrate early human brain development via cholesterol exchange
Aggressive rhabdomyosarcoma origins traced to blood vessel cells
Pediatric rhabdomyosarcoma is a type of cancerous tumor that arises in the soft tissue, such as muscles, though the origin of one of the most aggressive… Read More »Aggressive rhabdomyosarcoma origins traced to blood vessel cells
Unique replication timing of the inactive X chromosome revealed
Cell biologists from RIKEN have provided an unprecedented glimpse into the distinctive features of an unusual chromosome—the inactivated X chromosome copy carried by every female… Read More »Unique replication timing of the inactive X chromosome revealed
Cancer: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment
Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled division and growth of abnormal cells in the body. These cells can invade nearby tissues… Read More »Cancer: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment
Pericytes play crucial role in long-term memory formation
Recent research in the field of long-term memory has expanded our understanding beyond neurons, shedding light on the crucial role of vascular system cells, known… Read More »Pericytes play crucial role in long-term memory formation
3D organoid cultures provide new hope for canine lung cancer treatment
Veterinary researchers have harnessed the power of organoids, 3D structures grown from stem cells and tissue samples, to delve into the enigma of lung cancer… Read More »3D organoid cultures provide new hope for canine lung cancer treatment
New method unveils inner workings of cell nuclei during embryonic stem cell differentiation
In a recent breakthrough published in Nature Communications, a cutting-edge method has been unveiled for delving into the inner workings of cell nuclei during the… Read More »New method unveils inner workings of cell nuclei during embryonic stem cell differentiation
Mesenchymal stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles show promise in treating PCOS
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a widespread hormonal disorder affecting millions of women worldwide, causing issues with hormones, fertility, and overall health. Treating PCOS has… Read More »Mesenchymal stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles show promise in treating PCOS
Toxic protein found to be a major cause of preeclampsia
Researchers from Western and Brown University have achieved a significant breakthrough in understanding and potentially treating preeclampsia, a pregnancy complication affecting up to eight percent… Read More »Toxic protein found to be a major cause of preeclampsia
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