In living organisms, the cell membrane plays a crucial role. It’s not just a protective barrier—it also senses the environment, helps transport molecules, and allows cells to adapt and change. This ...

The human heart is one of the hardest-working organs in the body. It never takes a day off and requires a continuous supply ...

An international research team, led by Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU), the Institute for Lung Health (ILH) in Giessen ...

In response to stress or damage, cells undergo senescence and stop dividing. However, if senescent cells accumulate in ...

By their nature, cancer cells have different nutritional needs than healthy cells. "Cancer cells have a distinct metabolism," said Gary Patti, the Michael and Tana Powell Professor of Chemistry at ...

A newly published review article highlights the critical role of fatty acid metabolism in shaping the tumor microenvironment and influencing cancer progression, offering fresh perspectives for the ...

A new scientific discovery may open the door to better treatments for some of the world’s most common age-related diseases.

A 3D rendering showing the internal structure of an animal cell, with several round or wavy structures inside a border. It turns out that the redox state of a cell, such as the animal cell shown, is ...

Isabel Casimiro, MD, PhD, is an endocrinologist at the University of Chicago in Illinois. As a physician-scientist in molecular biology, she uses her research on diabetes, lipid disorders, ...