The electric skin cell signals, which move at glacial pace compared to those in nerve cells, may play a role in initiating healing.

In mice, autism symptoms arise when a certain pair of competing nerve proteins falls out of equilibrium, according to a study ...

Neurons are the cells in the brain responsible for sending messages to the rest of the body, and scientists have long thought ...

The same genes could hold the key to regenerating cells in the ear and eye, according to a new mouse study from the USC Stem ...

Mar. 11, 2025 — Researchers have identified genetic changes in blood stem cells from frequent blood donors that support the production of new, non-cancerous cells. Understanding the differences ...

Mar. 20, 2025 — Researchers have engineered yeast to efficiently convert methanol into D-lactic acid, a key compound for biodegradable plastics and pharmaceuticals. By optimizing gene and ...

Cell biology is the discipline of biological sciences that studies the structure, physiology, growth, reproduction and death of cells. Research in cell biology uses microscopic and molecular tools ...

Lymphocytes are white blood cells that help the body fight infection and disease. The healthy range for an adult is between 1,000 and 4,800 lymphocytes per microliter (µL) of blood. Doctors will ...

Cell polarity is the asymmetric organisation of several cellular components, including its plasma membrane, cytoskeleton or organelles. This asymmetry can be used for specialised functions, such ...

Using her preferred all-in-one method, Mary's easiest ever chocolate cake recipe is simply filled with cream and jam. This is a light and airy chocolate cake for those who don't like it too rich.

The delectable idea that disease is caused by microorganisms invading the body. We literally get infested! It’s gross but it’s true, though people didn’t always believe it. Even by the start ...

The nervous system is an organ system that handles communication in the body. There are four types of nerve cells in the nervous system: sensory nerves, motor nerves, autonomic nerves and ...