Metabolism, far from being just a housekeeping function, underlies all changes in cell size and function ...

A research team of the University Medical Center Mainz has succeeded in observing for the first time how G protein-coupled ...

Teeth function not only because of the hard enamel on the surface, but also because they have roots that anchor them firmly ...

A faulty ion channel function is a consistent biological feature of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome ...

Cells that are about to die send a signal to an executioner protein, but sometimes, those cells can fight back and regenerate ...

BAP31 is a ubiquitously expressed transmembrane protein predominantly localised within the endoplasmic reticulum (ER), where it functions as a molecular chaperone and sorting factor. It plays a ...

Cellular health plays a crucial role in your overall well-being. On average, the human body has between 30-40 trillion cells of various types and with various functions. The healthier your cells are, ...

Cells do more than carry out chemical reactions. New theoretical work suggests they may also generate usable electrical energy through constant motion in their membranes, offering a fresh way to think ...

The Golgi apparatus is a central organelle in eukaryotic cells, instrumental in processing, modifying and sorting proteins and lipids. Its dynamic architecture features discrete cisternae organised ...

Residual CFTR function in cystic fibrosis was associated with better glucose tolerance and insulin secretion, with CFTR ...

Dry eye disease affects millions of people, causing burning, redness, and constant eye fatigue that can worsen over time. Scientists now believe the problem may begin deep inside tear glands, where a ...

The Immune Atlas identifies immune signatures in MM, enhancing outcome prediction and guiding personalized therapies by ...