The shape and morphology of a cell play a key role in the biological function. This corresponds to the principle of "form ...

Trapped immune cells laden with microplastics starve the brain of oxygen—mouse study links vascular blockages to memory loss and motor deficits, with lingering risks even after symptoms fade.

Nagayama, K. and Hirooka, Y. (2025) Changes in the Mechanical Environment of the Nucleus with Cell Crowding and Its Effects on DNA Damage Resistance. Journal of Biosciences and Medicines, 13, 230-242.

Scientists have succeeded in controlling the structure and function of biological membranes with the help of 'DNA origami'. The system they developed may facilitate the transportation of large ...

The bacterial cell wall is crucial to maintain viability. It has previously been suggested that Gram-positive bacteria have a periplasmic region between the cell membrane and peptidoglycan cell wall ...

Genetic changes are a significant cause of infertility, impacting over 15% of the global population. TLE6, a major protein ...

Researchers explored the role of the TLE6 protein in male fertility using a novel mouse model. TLE6 deficiency caused ...

Jan. 15, 2025 — While most known types of DNA damage are fixed by our cells' in-house DNA repair mechanisms, some forms of DNA damage evade repair and can persist for many years, new research shows.

A newly identified cartilage cell generates fat vacuoles and makes the surrounding tissues pliable. This helps keep the ear ...

Scientists at the University of Stuttgart have succeeded in controlling the structure and function of biological membranes ...