Scientists have discovered that cadherin clusters, which are well known for forming junctions between cells,…
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Calcium aids chromosome condensation prior to cell division
New research reveals role for calcium ions in chromosome condensation during mitosis; high-resolution imaging of…
Sugar element of keratan sulfate halts the progress of emphysema
Using a mouse model, scientists have identified a sugar molecule that reduced the inflammatory response…
National study documents value of family-provided medical care for children
About half of US children with special health care needs — 5.6 million children —…
Realistic training for extreme flight conditions
Missions at sea, in mountainous regions or close to skyscrapers are extremely risky for helicopter…
Cheetahs heading for extinction, study says
Urgent action is needed to stop the cheetah – the world’s fastest land animal –…
Fat fuels the road to cancer cell spread
Cancer cells spread to other sites in the body through promoting the growth of new…
Nanodiscs deliver personalized cancer therapy to immune system
Researchers have had initial success in mice using nanodiscs to deliver a customized therapeutic vaccine…
Scientists develop method to warn of toxic algae blooms before they develop
A new study demonstrates that automated monitoring systems that identify ‘regime shifts’ — such as…