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Muscle: is a soft tissue found in most animals and humans. Muscle cells contain protein filaments of actin and myosin that slide past one another, producing a contraction that changes both the length and shape of the cells. Muscles function create force which in turn creates motion. Muscles are primarily responsible for adjusting posture and movement of internal organs.
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DEC 30, 2024
Cardiology
Protein plays a critical role in maintaining health throughout the lifespan, supporting muscle maintenance, tissue repai
...
Written By:
Greta Anne
NOV 07, 2024
Immunology
To maintain a healthy immune system, doctors advise patients to take vitamins and minerals. Vitamins have many functions
...
Written By:
Brian G. Morreale
OCT 24, 2024
Immunology
In the United States about 5%-8% of the population is affected by an autoimmune disorder. Other reports, however, estima
...
Written By:
Brian G. Morreale
OCT 15, 2024
Technology
The development of functional prosthetic devices has long been a significant area of research, driven by the desire to r
...
Written By:
Greta Anne
OCT 07, 2024
Neuroscience
A new study found that how a person smiles reveals key aspects of their personality, including warmth, trustworthiness,
...
Written By:
Annie Lennon
OCT 03, 2024
Immunology
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a debilitating autoimmune disease of the brain and spinal cord. The disease can affect everyo
...
Written By:
Brian G. Morreale
SEP 12, 2024
Immunology
Brain tumors or glioblastomas are one of the most difficult cancer types to treat. These masses are malignant tumors tha
...
Written By:
Brian G. Morreale
SEP 05, 2024
Cardiology
Just 15 minutes of exercise during your workday will likely improve your overall health and wellbeing.
Written By:
Savannah Logan
AUG 29, 2024
Cancer
Breast reconstruction surgery, a procedure to rebuild the shape of the breast following surgical cancer treatment, can h
...
Written By:
Katie Kokolus
JUL 26, 2024
Space & Astronomy
How can microgravity influence muscle regeneration and overall muscle loss in astronauts? This is what a recent study pu
...
Written By:
Laurence Tognetti, MSc
JUL 23, 2024
Genetics & Genomics
Scientists have created a new gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy that may not only help stop the disease in MD
...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
JUN 27, 2024
Immunology
“Neurological disabilities” is an umbrella term to describe a wide range of nervous system disorders. Disord
...
Written By:
Brian G. Morreale
JUN 20, 2024
Immunology
Parkinson’s disease is a chronic brain disorder that leads to abnormal brain functions and can affect the nervous
...
Written By:
Brian G. Morreale
MAY 24, 2024
Genetics & Genomics
When it comes to DNA extraction, most people tend to think of blood or tissue samples like hair, muscle, or bones. But w
...
Sponsored By:
Omega Bio-tek
MAY 16, 2024
Immunology
A recent article in Cell Reports Medicine, by Dr. Felipe Andrade, uncovers insights into lupus symptoms. More specifical
...
Written By:
Brian G. Morreale
APR 29, 2024
Cancer
As we wrap up April, Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month, let’s take a closer look at this malignancy, available tre
...
Written By:
Katie Kokolus
APR 25, 2024
Immunology
Aspirin is an over-the-counter medication used to reduce swelling and relieve pain. It is a salicylate medication, which
...
Written By:
Brian G. Morreale
APR 21, 2024
Cancer
Cachexia, defined as a loss of body weight, fat, and muscle mass that occurs in patients with chronic diseases, includin
...
Written By:
Katie Kokolus
APR 11, 2024
Immunology
Aging is a life process where the body slowly breaks down and becomes more vulnerable to external stimuli. For example,
...
Written By:
Brian G. Morreale
APR 01, 2024
Neuroscience
The rate at which we see, temporal resolution, differs significantly between individuals.
Written By:
Amielle Moreno
MAR 21, 2024
Space & Astronomy
As astronauts lose muscle mass due to the microgravity environment in space, could there be a way to monitor it so they
...
Written By:
Laurence Tognetti, MSc
FEB 29, 2024
Cardiology
Women can achieve greater longevity benefits with less effort than men.
Written By:
Savannah Logan
FEB 29, 2024
Microbiology
Long COVID is a pressing public health issue. Millions of people experienced an acute infection with the pandemic virus
...
Written By:
Carmen Leitch
FEB 13, 2024
Cardiology
Exercise has unique benefits for mental health in addition to its physical benefits.
Written By:
Savannah Logan