Our skin and mucous membranes are protected by epithelial cells, which form a barrier that…
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Cell Biology is the branch of biology that focuses on the structure, function, and behavior of cells—the fundamental units of life. It investigates how cells grow, divide, communicate, and respond to their environment, offering insights into processes such as gene expression, protein synthesis, and cellular signaling. By studying both single-celled organisms and the specialized cells of multicellular life, researchers uncover the mechanisms underlying health, development, and disease. Advances in cell biology drive breakthroughs in medicine, genetics, and biotechnology. This page highlights the latest research and discoveries shaping our understanding of life at the cellular level.
Proteins in the sheath of cellular protrusions control how effectively cells can adhere to surfaces.…
Studying how these distant primate relatives slow aging during hibernation may reveal new strategies for…
Cells don’t just follow a rigid script when responding to stress – they’re far more…
The HZI team has developed an AI-powered computer model that, for the first time, reveals…
Scientists at EMBL have captured how human chromosomes fold into their signature rod shape during…
Scientists have found a way to study early embryonic development without real embryos. Using CRISPR,…
Scientists discover “electric spiking” communication in previously thought to be mute cells, paving the way…
A Japanese research team found that the oxidized form of glutathione (GSSG) may protect heart…
New research uncovers new insights into preventing chronic inflammation caused by aging-related zombie-like cells. In…
Cells in the developing heart must find the perfect match, much like a game of…
Researchers from Osaka University have discovered that the protein subunit AP2A1 may play a role…
For decades, scientists have explored the potential of bacteria in fighting cancer, but safety and…
Our DNA is constantly under threat — from cell division errors to external factors like…
Larger animals face higher cancer risks, but some, like elephants, evolved strong defenses. Understanding these…
Scientists have developed Rhobo6, a light microscopy probe that reveals extracellular matrix structures in live…
Mitochondrial stress disrupts insulin production in diabetes, but reversing the damage may restore β-cell function.…
CMRI researchers discovered that DNA repair pathways control how cancer cells die after radiotherapy. Blocking…