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Cell function
Cells carry out specialized functions throughout the body and each cell type functions distinctly from other cell types. Some cellular functions include transporting nutrients throughout the body and producing energy. One specialized cell is muscle cells which function to create a force that moves parts of the body. Another example are bone cells, whose functions include protecting internal organs from damage and storing minerals such as calcium.
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JUN 21, 2018
Health & Medicine
Bariatric surgery, where the stomach is reduced or partially bypassed has come into favor in the last ten years due to b
...
Written By:
Brenda Kelley Kim
JUN 20, 2018
Genetics & Genomics
In a recent study, scientists sequenced the genome to find the mutation behind a disorder that causes blindness and para
...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 20, 2018
Cell & Molecular Biology
Scientists discovered a new kind of human cell that interferes with the creation of fat cells.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 20, 2018
Drug Discovery & Development
A new treatment to help eliminate a neglected tropical disease was developed thanks in part to an incentive program devi
...
Written By:
Nouran Amin
JUN 18, 2018
Genetics & Genomics
When the balance between two enzymes was restored, it relieved symptoms of Alzheimer's in an animal model.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 17, 2018
Cardiology
Changes in the cellular structure of heart muscle cells have a large impact: past and present studies show that these ty
...
Written By:
Kara Marker
JUN 15, 2018
Cannabis Sciences
Researchers have found that a chemical in marijuana, called tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, could potentially slow the pro
...
Written By:
Futurity (futurity.org)
JUN 14, 2018
Genetics & Genomics
Scientists have determined a cause of irritable bowel syndrome and disease, which impacts over ten percent of the world'
...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 14, 2018
Clinical & Molecular DX
A robot arm could soon be coming to your doctor’s office to take your blood and analyze it for you. From scientist
...
Written By:
Kara Marker
JUN 13, 2018
Cell & Molecular Biology
Hailed as a revolutionary technique that had many potential applications, two new studies show that we should proceed wi
...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 13, 2018
Immunology
Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis bacteria are a serious health concern for the global population, but a new finding offe
...
Written By:
Kara Marker
JUN 13, 2018
Drug Discovery & Development
Research at the University of California is examining the effect of hallucinogenic drugs on the brain and how this resea
...
Written By:
Nouran Amin
JUN 12, 2018
Videos
Most people peel their bananas open and eat what’s on the inside, but it may be a good idea for the sake of your h
...
Written By:
Anthony Bouchard
JUN 12, 2018
Genetics & Genomics
Researchers have discovered something incredible about giant viruses.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 12, 2018
Neuroscience
Head injuries, like concussions or traumatic brain injuries (TBI), can have devastating after effects. From post-concuss
...
Written By:
Brenda Kelley Kim
JUN 11, 2018
Microbiology
Microbes can pick up new pieces of genetic material; now it's been captured in action for the first time.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 11, 2018
Cell & Molecular Biology
Proteins in our blood carry out many critical functions, and can become disrupted in disease.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 11, 2018
Immunology
The immune response after a traumatic physical injury is essentially the same as a body-wide bacterial infection: inflam
...
Written By:
Kara Marker
JUN 11, 2018
Neuroscience
Remembering where you left your wallet or cell phone and making sure you take everything with you on a busy morning is d
...
Written By:
Brenda Kelley Kim
JUN 08, 2018
Cardiology
Part of the immune system has now been implicated in the development of atrial fibrillation (AF), the most common heart
...
Written By:
Kara Marker
JUN 06, 2018
Microbiology
Microbes might be useful in the treatment of mental disorders like anxiety, depression and PTSD.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 06, 2018
Cell & Molecular Biology
Researchers found that RSC plays an important role in chromosome distribution.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 06, 2018
Neuroscience
Dedicated gym rats know that rotating their workouts is useful for building muscle. “Leg day” is a part of t
...
Written By:
Brenda Kelley Kim
JUN 05, 2018
Cell & Molecular Biology
For some people, aspirin can help prevent colon cancer; now researchers have learned more about how that happens.
Written By:
Carmen Leitch