Scientists suggest increasing what is understood about exocytosis could one day inform many fields of applied science.

An international group of researchers led by Pompeu Fabra University has discovered the nanomachine that controls ...

The definition is tricky, but the effects of poor metabolic health are clear — and can wreak havoc on the body.

Scientists have long known that cellular membranes vary in thickness, but measuring those differences inside actual cells has ...

The discovery that tissues use electricity to expel unhealthy cells is part of a surge of renewed interest in the currents ...

A large genetic screen has revealed how stem cells transform into brain cells, exposing hundreds of genes that make this ...

The orange juice that many people like to drink with breakfast is naturally high in sugar. But it also contains citric acid, ...

Cells may generate their own electrical signals through microscopic membrane motions. Researchers show that active molecular processes can create voltage spikes similar to those used by neurons. These ...

Schematic of an active cell membrane. In a typical active biological process, active proteins (shown in a variety of colors) in a cell membrane (shown in blue) interact with various biological ...

Learn a simple, kitchen-friendly method for removing membranes from meats to improve texture and cooking results. A quick tip to make prep smoother and meals even better. Another person shot in ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. – When designing membranes that separate industrial gases, scientists often incorporate structures that attract the gas they want to obtain. This attraction can enhance the membrane’s ...

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