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VIRMA Protein Identified as Key Regulator of Ribosome Biogenesis in Brain Development

Ribosomes are tiny molecular machines inside all living cells that build proteins, and ribosome biogenesis is the complex, multi-step process by which they are made.

30 Jun 2025

RNases Play Pivotal Role in Shaping the Molecular Foundation of Mendelian Disorders

A new review brings to light the pivotal role of ribonucleases (RNases) in shaping the molecular foundation of Mendelian disorders.

26 Jun 2025

Fusion Genes Emerge as Key Drivers in Cancer Development

Fusion genes, arising from abnormal chromosomal rearrangements, are gaining recognition as pivotal players in cancer development. These genetic alterations result in the creation of hybrid genes with altered functions, often driving tumor progression.

25 Jun 2025

Histone Variant H2AZ1 Identified as Key Driver of Stem Cell Aging

Cellular senescence-a state of irreversible growth arrest accompanied by chronic inflammation-is a major contributor to aging and tissue degeneration.

18 Jun 2025

Frog Egg Extracts Illuminate the Untangling Mechanism of DNA Knots

Research reveals how G-quadruplex DNA structures are untangled, highlighting a role for RNA in genome stability and potential cancer therapy strategies.

13 Jun 2025

Electro-bioprinting as a Tool to Study Early Human Embryonic Development

Bioprinted epiblast-like structures mimic early human embryonic development, offering a scalable, ethical platform to study gastrulation and tissue formation.

11 Jun 2025

Peptide Metabolites: A New Frontier in Antiviral Therapies

Interest in antiviral treatments has grown significantly since the COVID-19 pandemic. Effective peptide treatments made from natural substances are in high demand right now due to the increased attention being paid to peptide-based drugs like Wegovy.

27 May 2025

TEAD Proteins Switch Partners to Drive Neural Cell Maturation

The basic mechanisms that control neural development are intricate, and as research from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital shows, the underlying motivations may even seem contradictory.

21 May 2025

New Mechanism for Selective Host-Microbe Communication in the Gut

The study reveals how APOL9 selectively binds to gut bacteria, enhancing immune responses and maintaining intestinal health through microbial communication.

15 May 2025

How RNA-Binding Proteins and Circular RNAs Shape Tumor Biology

The interaction between RNA-binding proteins (RBPs) and circular RNAs (circRNAs) has emerged as a key area of interest in understanding cancer biology.

13 May 2025

Precision Mitochondrial DNA Editing Emerges as a Breakthrough in Neurological Care

Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) editing has emerged as a revolutionary approach in the fight against neurodegenerative diseases (NDDs).

13 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

New Drug Combo Shows Promise Against Aggressive Leukemia in Landmark Study

A novel drug combination targeting LSD1 and GSK3 shows promise in treating acute myeloid leukemia by promoting cell differentiation and reducing tumor growth.

28 Apr 2025

Unraveling the Role of Long Noncoding RNAs in the Tumor Microenvironment

The tumor microenvironment (TME) is a complex and dynamic network consisting of tumor cells, immune cells, stromal cells, extracellular matrix (ECM), cytokines, and growth factors, all interacting to influence tumorigenesis, progression, and metastasis.

25 Apr 2025