Cell Biology News and Research

Latest Cell Biology News and Research

New Insights into the Molecular Fight or Flight Reset

Being cut off in traffic, giving a presentation or missing a meal can all trigger a suite of physiological changes that allows the body to react swiftly to stress or starvation.

30 May 2025

Drought-Fighting Soil Bacteria Helping Wheat Beat the Heat

Western Sydney University researchers have discovered that drought affected wheat plants are able to call on eco-friendly soil bacteria to survive, helping keep crops healthy, boost yields, and provide pathways to develop extreme weather resistant crops.

30 May 2025

Study Identifies SMARCB1 and MEOX2 Genes as Growth Regulators of Lung Cancers

A Cancer Gene Therapy study reveals that MEOX2 promotes lung cancer progression while SMARCB1 acts as a tumor suppressor, influencing EGFR expression and response to tyrosine kinase inhibitors.

30 May 2025

Meta-Analysis Identifies Genome-Level Associations of FOXP4 Gene With Long COVID

New genome-wide meta-analysis shows FOXP4 gene variants elevate the risk of long COVID (PASC), linking genetic predisposition to persistent symptoms and lung dysfunction. Findings support tailored treatment approaches.

30 May 2025

New Research Reveals Yeast-Based Production of Human DNase1 Protein

Research on yeast-based production of human DNase1 offers a cost-effective alternative to mammalian cells, enhancing treatment options for cystic fibrosis.

29 May 2025

Herpes Virus Protein Enhances T-Cell Survival for Cancer Therapy

Recent studies reveal the herpes virus may enhance cancer treatment by activating T cell pathways, improving immunotherapy effectiveness against tumors.

29 May 2025

How Microbiome Changes Contribute to Cardiovascular Aging

UZH researchers uncover how gut bacteria affect cardiovascular health, revealing phenylacetic acid's role in blood vessel aging and heart disease development.

29 May 2025

Protein Mapping Uncovers 'Molecular Fingerprint' for Insulin Sensitivity

Scientists have unearthed surprising details about how our bodies handle insulin – the hormone that plays a crucial role in regulating blood sugar and developing diabetes.

28 May 2025

Zika Virus Hijacks Cellular Cleanup to Suppress Immune Response

A new study reveals the biological secret to the Zika virus's infectious success: Zika uses host cells' own "self-care" system of clearing away useless molecules to suppress the host proteins that the virus has employed to get into those cells in the first place.

28 May 2025

Unraveling the Mysteries of the Barr Body and Aging

Aging in female mice shows increased gene activity on the second X chromosome, offering insights into cardiovascular disease and neurodegenerative disorders.

28 May 2025

Study Reveals How APOE Isoforms Impact Brain Microglia

A study reveals how APOE isoforms influence microglial activity in Alzheimer's, highlighting the need for targeted interventions based on genetic risk factors.

28 May 2025

Epigenome Editing: Enhancing Endonuclease Protein Design for In Vivo Applications

Researchers have engineered a compact, high-specificity IscB variant, NovaIscB, for safe, persistent in vivo epigenome editing using AAV delivery, offering a powerful tool for gene regulation without DNA breaks.

28 May 2025

Extracellular RNA Profiling Recommendations: Results From exRNAQC, a Comprehensive Assessment of Pre-Analytical Factors for Quality Control

A large-scale study (exRNAQC) outlines how blood tube type, RNA purification method, and processing time influence exRNA profiles. Results support new guidelines for researchers and diagnostic product developers working on RNA-based biomarkers.

28 May 2025

Study Challenges Longstanding Mitochondrial Theory of Aging

The human genome is broadly classified into the genome residing in the cell nucleus (nuclear DNA) and the genome residing in the mitochondria (mitochondrial DNA: mtDNA). Mitochondria are cell organelles that produce energy essential for life activities through oxidative phosphorylation (mitochondrial respiration), and mtDNA encodes a set of genes required for mitochondrial respiration.

27 May 2025

Mutation Profiling Reveals Therapeutic Targets in Lung Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Lung Squamous cell carcinoma (LSCC) represents the second most common non-small cell lung cancer. Although studies identified adenocarcinoma-like driver mutations in LSCC using next-generation sequencing (NGS), the disease is challenging to treat due to the limited number of detectable mutations for targeted drug therapy.

27 May 2025

Cold Adaptation in Rice Offers New Insights into Evolution

Chinese researchers recently discovered molecular evidence supporting Lamarckism, a long-debated theory from the early 19th century that suggests acquired traits can be inherited.

27 May 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

Study Shows How Age-Related Metabolic Decline Impairs the Efficacy of CAR-T Cell Therapy

A Ludwig Cancer Research study has discovered that the metabolic decline that accompanies aging impairs the efficacy of CAR-T cell therapy, an immunotherapy in which T cells of the immune system are taken from patients, engineered to target cancer cells and reinfused into the same patients for treatment.

26 May 2025