Unlocking the Secrets of Human Head Shape: Scientists Identify 30 Key Genetic Regions
Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh and KU Leuven have identified a group of genes that play a role in determining the shape of human…
Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh and KU Leuven have identified a group of genes that play a role in determining the shape of human…
Researchers at Radboud University Medical Center have discovered an intriguing link between sphingolipids, a mysterious type of fat named after the ‘Sphinx’, and the memory…
Recent research suggests that a number of neuronal characteristics, traditionally believed to stem from the cell body or soma, may actually originate from processes in…
Synthetic serum marker enables non-invasive neural monitoring. The brain, being the most protected organ in the body, is encased within a highly complex and nearly…
An unexpected genetic discovery in wheat has led to opportunities for the metabolic engineering of versatile compounds with the potential to improve its nutritional qualities…
Scientists have developed 3D mini-organs from human fetal brain tissue that self-organize in vitro. These lab-grown organoids open up a brand-new way of studying how…
A breakthrough study shows that engineered skin bacteria can effectively treat acne, opening new possibilities for living therapeutics in various diseases. International research led by…
In a major scientific breakthrough, researchers have identified the enzyme responsible for urine’s yellow color, shedding light on the crucial role of the gut microbiome…
New research reveals that CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing can unintentionally lead cancer cells to remove crucial genes, impacting cancer research and treatment strategies. A new study…
Surveys conducted in the Cerrado since the 1990s show falling biodiversity as the agricultural frontier advances in the vicinity of Emas National Park. Species with…
Scientists tease apart the relationships between bacterial languages. Machine learning and laboratory experiments have provided scientists with insights into the different languages bacteria use to…
MIT study suggests 3D folding of the genome is key to cells’ ability to store and pass on “memories” of which genes they should express….
IKAROS code cracked: insight into an essential protein for immune cell development and protection against pathogens and cancer. In a scientific breakthrough that aids our…
Researchers discover that a common microbe is an unrecognized cause of itching. Researchers at Harvard Medical School have discovered that the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus, commonly…
A groundbreaking study of the giant bacterium Epulopiscium viviparus shows its unique energy production, promising future applications in algae utilization. Not all bacteria are created…
University of Queensland scientists discovered an unexpected biodiversity of 1,150 species in their urban backyard during the 2020 lockdown, challenging perceptions of urban wildlife and…
Survey of bacterial genomes highlights the arsenal of enzymes microbes use to produce energy in the oxygen-poor environment of the gut. The gut microbiome is…
Genomic ‘Tweezer’ Ushers In a New Era of Precision in Microbiome Research Innovative method holds the potential to reshape our understanding of bacteria’s role in…