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Spatial Transcriptomics Reshapes Musculoskeletal Research and Therapy

Conventional transcriptomic techniques have revealed much about gene expression at the population and single-cell level—but they overlook one crucial factor: spatial context.

10 Jun 2025

Study Explores Use of Laser-Patterned Diamonds in Stem Cell Applications

A study in Advanced NanoBiomed Research presents laser-graphitized diamond electrodes that support human mesenchymal stem cell adhesion, alignment, and proliferation, advancing bioelectronic applications.

10 Jun 2025

Chitin Facilitates Gene Transfer Across Species Through Natural Transformation Among Vibrio cholerae

A study in PNAS reveals that chitin promotes gene transfer in marine environments by binding environmental DNA and enhancing natural transformation in Vibrio cholerae, with implications for microbial evolution and ecosystem diversity.

6 Jun 2025

New LLNL Method Accelerates Protein Screening for Drug Discovery

Machine learning and supercomputing have brought about a revolution in computational drug discovery.

24 May 2025

New Bacterial Consortium can Inhibit Bacterial Pathogens in Aquaculture

A new study by Danish researchers has demonstrated that it is possible to develop a consortium of bacteria that can inhibit bacterial pathogens in aquaculture.

22 May 2025

Visualizing Intracellular Molecular Landscapes in Single Cells

The t-SPESI method enables real-time visualization of intracellular lipids, offering insights into disease mechanisms and improving diagnostic tool development.

15 May 2025

Haematococcus pluvialis Microalga-Derived Nanoparticles Offer Eco-Friendly Boost for Plant Growth and Seed Priming

Algae-derived nanoparticles from Haematococcus pluvialis enhance maize seed growth and microbial health, offering a green solution for sustainable agriculture.

13 May 2025

Role of LADs and Epigenetic Pathways in Nuclear Architecture During Early Mouse Embryo Development

A new study in Cell reveals that lamina-associated domains (LADs) in early mouse embryos are shaped by dynamic epigenetic pathways, highlighting how histone modifications and chromatin structure guide nuclear architecture during development.

6 May 2025

3D Printing Collagen Scaffolds with Perfusable Systems for Tissue Engineering

Scientists have developed high-resolution 3D-printed collagen scaffolds with internal perfusion systems, enabling complex, vascularized tissue models that support cell viability, growth, and insulin secretion

6 May 2025

Enhanced Stem Cell Sorting Method Boosts Cultured Meat Potential

By optimizing cell surface marker combinations, the study significantly improves stem cell purity and myogenic potential during passaging, offering a robust source of seed cells essential for advancing cultured meat technologies.

30 Apr 2025

Guinea Pig Modeling To Study Human Preimplantation and Embryogenesis

Research on guinea pig embryos uncovers similarities to human embryogenesis, advancing understanding of preimplantation stages and reproductive techniques.

23 Apr 2025

ORNL Scientists Develop Fluorescent Biosensor to Track RNA in Plants

Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed a first-ever method of detecting ribonucleic acid, or RNA, inside plant cells using a technique that results in a visible fluorescent signal.

16 Apr 2025

How P. syringae Outsmarts Amoeba with Chemical Surveillance and Strikes

Pseudomonas syringae's chemical sensing system allows it to kill amoeba predators, showcasing its evolutionary strategies for survival and plant infection.

14 Apr 2025

Ultraviolet Light Reveals Fluorescent Pigments in Long-Eared Owl Feathers

While the diversity of physical characteristics in wildlife is readily observable by humans, recent research from Drexel University’s College of Arts and Sciences suggests that there may be even greater variation that remains undetected.

9 Apr 2025

Carbon Dot-Based Fluorosensor Shows Superior Performance in Enterovirus RNA Detection

Scientists from the University of Jyväskylä's Nanoscience Center in Finland have introduced a novel, label-free ratiometric fluorosensor intended for the sensitive and specific detection of enteroviral RNA.

7 Apr 2025

Innovative Imaging Technique Tracks Cellular Processes with Minimal Damage

An advancement in imaging technology has the potential to revolutionize the understanding of the inner workings of living cells and offer insights into a variety of diseases.

3 Apr 2025

Researchers Capture Breakthrough Images of Cellulose Synthesis in Living Plant Cells

In a groundbreaking study on the synthesis of cellulose – a major constituent of all plant cell walls – a team of Rutgers University-New Brunswick researchers has captured images of the microscopic process of cell-wall building continuously over 24 hours with living plant cells, providing critical insights that may lead to the development of more robust plants for increased food and lower-cost biofuels production.

24 Mar 2025

Scientists Identify Crucial Mechanism for Maintaining Neuronal Identity in the Brain

A team of researchers from the Institute for Neurosciences, a joint center of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and the Miguel Hernández University (UMH) of Elche, in collaboration with researchers from Columbia University (New York, USA), has identified a mechanism that regulates the production of two different proteins from the same gene.

24 Mar 2025

New Chromosome Identification System Revolutionizes Alfalfa Research

In a recent study, scientists have developed a revolutionary chromosome identification system for alfalfa, one of the world's most economically vital forage crops.

19 Mar 2025

New Tool for Microscopic Temperature Mapping

At the cellular level, temperature is a crucial factor that affects innumerable biological processes. It is still difficult to measure temperatures inside living cells precisely, though.

17 Mar 2025