For the nutrients that feed our cells to reach their destination, proteins embedded in the cell membrane often must shuttle what's needed across the threshold. When this system breaks down and metabolites fail to reach their ...
Cell & Microbiology
Apr 26, 2023
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A research team led by Professor Hongzhe Sun from the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, The University of Hong Kong, has published a paper titled "Mitochondrial ATP synthase as a direct molecular target of chromium(III) ...
Biochemistry
Apr 12, 2023
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During missions on the International Space Station, astronauts' bodies go through a wide array of changes due to lack of gravity—everything from vision to cardiovascular health to bone density is affected.
Space Exploration
Sep 21, 2022
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A probiotic developed at the University of Alberta shows promise in improving the health of dairy calves in the essential first weeks of life.
Plants & Animals
May 9, 2022
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New Jersey environmental authorities are working to identify the bacteria that appears to be killing fish in several waterways.
Ecology
Apr 6, 2021
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Muja has lived through multiple bombing campaigns and several countries—all while never leaving a tiny pool in Belgrade's zoo for 83 years, making him the world's oldest captive alligator.
Plants & Animals
Aug 13, 2020
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URBANA, Ill. - Pigs that eat soybean as a regular part of their diet may be better protected against viral pathogens, a new study from University of Illinois shows. The researchers attribute the effect to isoflavones, a ...
Veterinary medicine
Jul 18, 2020
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Cats may hold vital clues about the health benefits of vitamin D, a study suggests.
Plants & Animals
May 13, 2015
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Ingestion of commonly encountered nanoparticles at typical environmental levels is unlikely to cause overt toxicity, according to US researchers. Nevertheless there is insufficient evidence to determine whether chronic exposures ...
Bio & Medicine
Jun 26, 2013
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Women in India are more likely to get prenatal care when pregnant with boys, according to groundbreaking research that has implications for girls' health and survival.
Social Sciences
Mar 27, 2013
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