Tiny tweaks in DNA folding can have big effects. A study from Umeå University shows that even the most subtle changes in ...

The functions of biomolecules, including lipids, nucleic acids and especially proteins are determined to a great extent by their structure. This structure–function relationship is a foundation of many ...

DNA folding is more important for cell function than previously thought, finding that even the most subtle changes in DNA’s ...

A new discovery inside your cells may change how scientists understand disease and design future treatments. Researchers have ...

All life is made up of cells several magnitudes smaller than a grain of salt. Their seemingly simple-looking structures mask the intricate and complex molecular activity that enables them to carry out ...

Researchers shifted the focus to the internal properties of the membrane itself, specifically its viscosity, highlighting its critical role in controlling deformation and dynamics during essential ...

"Miniature shredders" are at work in each cell, disassembling and recycling cell components that are defective or no longer required. The exact structure of these shredders differs from cell type to ...

This new wellness trend brings us right back to the building blocks of what it means to be healthy The sci-fi era of wellness ...

The list below offers a representative sample of the courses you can expect in the study of cellular and molecular biology at DePauw. From theoretical foundations to practical experiences, these ...

Late-onset Alzheimer's disease (LOAD) is the most common form of dementia, with symptoms appearing after age 65. Since carriers of clusterin risk alleles have an increased likelihood of developing ...

Scientists have demonstrated that genetically engineered human stem cells can slow signs of aging in monkeys, offering hope ...