Cell

Groundbreaking Study Sheds Light on Synaptonemal Complex in Nematode C. elegans

This week in the world of science, a groundbreaking study has been published shedding light on the intricate interactions of the synaptonemal complex in the nematode C. elegans. Conducted by biologists at the University of Utah, the research has identified…

New High-Resolution Technique Developed for Identifying Potential Therapeutic Targets on Proteins in Living Cells

Scientists from Scripps Research have developed a new high-resolution technique for identifying potential therapeutic targets on proteins in living cells. This innovative method could lead to the development of more targeted and effective therapeutics for treating human diseases. The new…

Study Reveals Unique Characteristics of Human Purkinje Cells in the Cerebellum

Recent research has shed light on the morphological and physiological characteristics of human Purkinje cells (PCs), a crucial type of neuron in the cerebellum. While these cells have been extensively studied in rodents, our understanding of them in humans has…

New Method Using Aminocyanine Molecules to Destroy Cancer Cells

Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in the fight against cancer, as they have found a new method to destroy cancer cells in the lab. By stimulating aminocyanine molecules with near-infrared light, researchers were able to cause these molecules to…

Study Reveals Need for Personalized Approach in Treating Allergy and Inflammatory Disorders

A new study published in the Jan. 4, 2024, print issue of Cell sheds light on the tissue-specific actions of JAK1, revealing a potential need for a more nuanced therapeutic approach in treating allergy and inflammatory disorders. Conducted by researchers…

Study Reveals 3D Organization of DNA and Its Influence on Cell Identity Programs

Recent research conducted by scientists at Weill Cornell Medicine has uncovered the intricate 3D organization of DNA and its influence on the programs that determine cell identity. The study, published in Nature Structural & Molecular Biology, sheds light on the…