Cell Biology News and Research

Latest Cell Biology News and Research

New Inherited Disorder Impairs DNA Repair and Raises Cancer Risk

A new hereditary condition has been discovered that affects patients' ability to repair DNA – leaving them both at greater risk of developing blood cancer, and unable to repair some of the damage caused by chemotherapy treatments.

18 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

Ancient Immune Sensor STING Found to Regulate Gut Microbe Tolerance

Thousands of bacterial and other microbial species live in the human gut, supporting healthy digestion, immunity, metabolism and other functions.

18 Jun 2025

Researchers Develop Promising Vaccine for Vaginal Yeast Infections

The UGA vaccine offers a potential breakthrough in combating vaginal yeast infections, aiming to reduce reliance on antifungal drugs amid growing resistance.

18 Jun 2025

Placenta and Hormone Levels in the Womb May Have Been Key Driver in Human Evolution, Say Researchers

The placenta and the hormones it produces may have played a crucial role in the evolution of the human brain, while also leading to the behavioral traits that have made human societies able to thrive and expand, according to a new hypothesis proposed by researchers from the Universities of Cambridge and Oxford.

18 Jun 2025

Novel Tool moPepGen Uncovers Hidden Genetic Variants at the Protein Level

Scientists at UCLA and the University of Toronto have developed an advanced computational tool, called moPepGen, that helps identify previously invisible genetic mutations in proteins, unlocking new possibilities in cancer research and beyond.

17 Jun 2025

Ant Evolution Traced Through Genomic Reshuffling Across 100 Million Years

Aristotle praised the political organization of ant colonies while ancient Chinese Daoists appreciated ants as illustrative symbols showing how ephemeral human ambitions and power are.

17 Jun 2025

Hippocampal Neurons Show Surprising Flexibility in Brain Signal Processing

The brain is constantly mapping the external world like a GPS, even when we don't know about it. This activity comes in the form of tiny electrical signals sents between neurons -- specialized cells that communicate with one another to help us think, move, remember and feel.

17 Jun 2025

TUM Scientists Develop Breakthrough Method to Monitor CAR-T Cells

In modern immunotherapy, modified immune cells are introduced into the body to attack tumors and other targets.

16 Jun 2025

Llama Antibodies Provide Broad Protection Against Multiple Coronaviruses

Researchers identify small llama-derived antibodies that neutralize multiple coronaviruses, targeting a stable region of the spike protein for broad protection.

16 Jun 2025

Targeting iRhom2 to Control ADAM17-Related Diseases

The atomic structures of ADAM17 and iRhom2, revealed by UC researchers, offer new avenues for developing precise treatments for chronic inflammatory conditions.

16 Jun 2025

Study Shows Fibronectin Tension Loss Correlates With Breast Cancer Progression

Fibronectin fibers lose tension in invasive breast cancer, unlike in healthy or DCIS tissues, suggesting a mechanical marker for tumor progression.

16 Jun 2025

Study Reveals RNA Polymerase I Stalling Mechanism at Abasic DNA Damage Sites

New study shows RNA polymerase I halts at abasic DNA damage, helping prevent faulty rRNA production and exposing lesions for repair in dividing cells.

16 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

Integrating Imaging and Molecular Profiling to Transform Treatment of Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma

ICCA accounts for 10–15% of primary liver cancers and is notorious for late-stage diagnosis and resistance to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

13 Jun 2025

Unlocking Drug Discovery with SOAR's Innovative Resource

Northwestern's SOAR database enhances drug discovery by mapping gene activity, aiding researchers in identifying treatment targets and understanding diseases.

13 Jun 2025

New Technique Revolutionizing Single-Cell Analysis with Lower Costs and Greater Scale

A new single-cell RNA analysis method, STAMP, significantly reduces costs and biases, allowing for comprehensive profiling of diverse cell populations.

13 Jun 2025

Semaphorin 3E Emerges as a Key Factor in Female Reproduction

The discovery of the Sema3E pathway in ovulation by Cornell researchers could enhance understanding of infertility and improve reproductive health strategies.

13 Jun 2025

New Frontier in Understanding Brain Development and Rare Diseases

A groundbreaking study identifies unknown genetic disorders affecting brain development, offering new insights into neurodevelopmental conditions and diagnoses.

11 Jun 2025