cell biology
Making Cells Go Viral For Vaccine Research
Scientists in Japan have devised a method to produce multiple genotypes of noroviruses in the lab, paving the way for better vaccines.
Decoding Cell-Specific DNA Methylation
Scientists in China have developed an algorithm that can link epigenetic modifications to specific cell types with 90 percent sensitivity.
Putting The Brakes On Myasthenia Gravis
Targeting immune checkpoint proteins could slow the progress of myasthenia gravis, a chronic autoimmune disorder that causes serious weakening of the muscles.
How Sperm Home In On Eggs
Researchers have identified a calcium transporter on the cell membranes of sperm that plays a role in sperm mobility.
No Membrane? No Problem For These Organelles
Scientists in South Korea have identified how protein and DNA form membrane-less organelles in living cells.
Baby Mouse Tears Turn Off Female Mice
A research group in Japan has discovered a pheromone in young mouse tears that reduces female interest in sex, a finding which could be used as natural pest control.
Seeing The Ebola Virus Up Close
Scientists in Japan have obtained a near-atomic resolution model of an important Ebola virus protein.
Discoverer Of GFP Osamu Shimomura Dies At 90 (In Memoriam)
Professor Osamu Shimomura’s discovery of green fluorescent protein in 1962 continues to shed light on the biomolecular pathways of biology.
Mitochondria Clustering Helps Kill Cancer Cells
Scientists in Japan have discovered that cancer cell invasiveness can be inhibited by mitochondria aggregation.
