Cells' springy coils pump bursts of RNA
In your cells, it's almost always spring. Or at least springy.
Molecular & Computational biology
Jan 30, 2020
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Biophysical Journal
Coordination by remote control
Protein filament systems within cells are subject to constant reorganization, which is in part mediated by the actions of motor proteins. LMU researchers have now shown that motor-driven movements can propagate through such ...
Molecular & Computational biology
Jan 9, 2020
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What does DNA's repair shop look like? New research identifies the tools
A team of scientists has identified how damaged DNA molecules are repaired inside the human genome, a discovery that offers new insights into how the body works to ensure its health and how it responds to diseases that stem ...
Molecular & Computational biology
Dec 5, 2019
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Measuring cell-cell forces using snapshots from time-lapse videos of cells
Researchers at the University of California San Diego and the Allen Institute of Cell Science have developed a new computational method that can measure the forces cells exert on each other by analyzing time-lapse videos ...
Cell & Microbiology
Nov 5, 2019
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The simple physics behind algal movement towards light
A new study from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) describes how certain algae collectively sense and respond to light, a phenomenon called phototaxis.
Plants & Animals
Nov 5, 2019
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Computer model illuminates critical moment in Drosophila development
A computer model of forces exerted by cells during development of a fertilized egg into a fruit fly larvae holds promise to help scientists understand the morphogenesis of organisms that are much more complicated.
Plants & Animals
Jun 20, 2019
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Cells develop a 'thicker skin' under extreme gravity
A high-gravity experiment has revealed how cells keep their shape under pressure.
Cell & Microbiology
May 22, 2019
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Making waves: Researchers shed light on how cilia work
Human bodies have some built-in systems to care for themselves. The cells that line our lungs, nose, brain and reproductive system have cilia, which are tiny, hair-like structures designed to sweep out fluids, cells and microbes ...
General Physics
Mar 28, 2019
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Team discovers protein, lipid connection that could aid new influenza therapies
The connection between an influenza virus surface protein and a host cell lipid has been discovered by researchers at the University of Maine and the National Institutes of Health. Confirmation of direct interaction between ...
Biochemistry
Mar 5, 2019
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Electrical signals kick off flatworm regeneration
Unlike most multicellular animals, planarian flatworms can regrow all their body parts after they are removed. This makes them a good model for studying the phenomenon of tissue regeneration. They are also useful for exploring ...
Cell & Microbiology
Mar 5, 2019
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