(Phys.org)—In many physical processes, substances undergo phase transitions, where they are transformed from one state (solid, liquid, or gas) to another. Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome Proteins (WASP) function as intracellular ...
Analytical Chemistry
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A fundamental question in biology is how cells orchestrate chemical reactions in time and space.
Biochemistry
Nov 19, 2019
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Scientists have revealed how bacteria make tiny liquid droplets from proteins to help them survive harsh environments and thus reduce their chances of being killed by antibiotics.
Molecular & Computational biology
Oct 20, 2021
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Many organisms in nature have evolved spots with two structural colors on their bodies, like the Papilio Palinurus butterfly. The green color on its wings derives from the turquoise-yellow dual color spots.
Nanomaterials
Sep 14, 2022
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A need for fast, solution-based processing of organic electronic devices has sparked increased interest in 'discotic' or disc-shaped liquid crystals. These molecules, which contain a flat aromatic core surrounded by hydrocarbon ...
Materials Science
May 2, 2013
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Cancers, degenerative diseases: deregulation of our cells' internal communication pathways is at the root of many conditions. Microtubules—microscopic protein filaments—play a crucial role in controlling these exchanges. ...
Cell & Microbiology
Sep 5, 2023
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Of all the exciting topics in the field of material and biochemical research, one of the hottest by far is unraveling the mysteries of spider silk.
Materials Science
Nov 30, 2020
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Arizona State University's Giovanna Ghirlanda and Matthias Heyden, professors in the School of Molecular Sciences and Sara Vaiana, professor in the Department of Physics are viewing our cells through a new lens enabling them ...
Cell & Microbiology
Jan 23, 2019
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A protein that appears in postsynaptic protein agglomerations has been found to be crucial to their formation. The Kobe University discovery identifies a new key player for synaptic function and sheds first light on its hitherto ...
Cell & Microbiology
Mar 7, 2024
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While the mesmerizing blobs in a classic lava lamp may appear magical, the colorful shapes move in response to temperature-induced changes in density and surface tension. This process, known as liquid-liquid phase separation, ...
General Physics
Nov 30, 2020
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