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

Polyamines are small molecules naturally present in all cells and are critical in guiding cellular decisions, whereas an ...

Enzymes are the molecular machines that power life; they build and break down molecules, copy DNA, digest food, and drive ...

Researchers identify two key proteins that allow chandelier cells to connect with excitatory neurons. This "handshake" regulates brain signals and, when disrupted, may lead to epilepsy or autism.

Cells do more than carry out chemical reactions. New theoretical work suggests they may also generate usable electrical ...

A protein found in our cells has emerged as a secret weapon against biological aging, acting like a glue to repair damaged DNA and ward off neurological degeneration including that seen in motor ...

Chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes and inflammatory disorders have a huge impact on humanity. They are a leading cause of disease burden and deaths around the globe, are physically and economically ...

Northwestern University scientists have uncovered a hidden molecular "control switch" inside a protein that helps the body ...

Recent research has identified a specific biological mechanism that may explain why females experience more severe ...