How obesity damages the skeletal muscle metabolism
A decline in metabolism and endurance of skeletal muscle is commonly observed in obese patients, but the underlying mechanism is not well-understood. A research team uncovers a new mechanism to explain how obesity jeopardizes the functions of skeleta.....»»
New technology for long-term liquid storage of chicken semen by arresting energy metabolism
Researchers from the University of Tsukuba have developed an advanced refrigerated storage technology that prolongs the fertilization capacity of chicken sperm by arresting the energy metabolism dynamics, achieved through the depletion of calcium ins.....»»
Unveiling the role of autophagy in metabolism and growth for tomato fruit development
Autophagy, a eukaryotic mechanism for breaking down cellular components, is a vital process in lytic organelles such as vacuoles in yeast and plants, and lysosomes in animals. Research has predominantly focused on the model plant Arabidopsis, reveali.....»»
Research suggests women lose more muscle than men in spaceflight
New research published ahead of print in the Journal of Applied Physiology suggests women lose more muscle than men in a microgravity environment such as spaceflight. The study "represent[s] the longest bed rest study on a large cohort of women" and.....»»
Toxic chemicals found in oil spills and wildfire smoke detected in killer whales
Toxic chemicals produced from oil emissions and wildfire smoke have been found in muscle and liver samples from Southern Resident killer whales and Bigg's killer whales......»»
Plant metabolism proves more complicated than previously understood
Plants have evolved fiendishly complicated metabolic networks. For years, scientists focused on how plants make secondary metabolites, the compounds that plants produce to enhance their defense and survival mechanisms......»»
Tesla Autopilot recall threatens its own defense in lawsuits over crashes
An increased threat of losses for Tesla in Autopilot litigation across the U.S. could embolden others to challenge the technology in court and force the company to potentially pay victims millions of dollars in compensatory damages......»»
Bold style alone can’t muscle Chevy’s new Blazer EV to the head of its class
This new electric SUV wearing the well-known Chevy Blazer nameplate is competent, but not a game-changer......»»
Researchers elucidate how IGF2"s secretory pathway mediates muscle stem cell differentiation
A research team led by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) recently revealed how TMED10, a type of transmembrane protein, regulates muscle stem cell differentiation through mediating the secretion of insulin-like growth factor.....»»
Counteracting bone and muscle loss in microgravity
In microgravity, without the continuous load of Earth's gravity, the tissues that make up bones reshape themselves. Bone cells readjust their behaviors—the cells that build new bone slow down, while the cells that break down old or damaged bone tis.....»»
Decoding flavonoid metabolism: A closer look at plant-based diets
In a world where plant-based lifestyles are on the rise, the power of foods such as broccoli, celery, and tofu, which are rich in flavonoids, is becoming clearer. Flavonoids are phenolic compounds produced by plants that are essential for plant devel.....»»
Shedding light on the synthesis of sugars before the origin of life
Pentoses are essential carbohydrates in the metabolism of modern lifeforms, but their availability during early Earth is unclear since these molecules are unstable......»»
Cristiano Ronaldo faces $1bn lawsuit over Binance ads
US class action lawsuit seeks huge damages for his promotion of the world's largest crypto exchange......»»
The role of malate decarboxylate CsNADP-ME2 in mediating the balance of carbon and amino acid metabolism in fruit
Central metabolism produces carbohydrates and amino acids that are tightly correlated to plant growth and thereby crop productivity. Malate is reported to link mitochondrial respiratory metabolism with cytosolic biosynthetic pathways. Although the fu.....»»
Forensic anthropologists work to identify human skeletal remains and uncover the stories of the unknown dead
A seasoned deer hunter is shocked when his hound dog trots up with a human femur clenched between its teeth. A woman veers off her normal urban walking path and happens upon a human skull. New property owners commission a land survey that reveals a s.....»»
Elon Musk and Tesla ignored Autopilot’s fatal flaws, judge says evidence shows
Tesla may owe punitive damages to victim as key trial over Autopilot proceeds. Enlarge (credit: NurPhoto / Contributor | NurPhoto) A Florida judge, Reid Scott, has ruled that there's "reasonable evidence" to conclude tha.....»»
A strong earthquake shakes eastern Indonesia with no immediate reports of casualties or damages
A strong, deep undersea earthquake shook the eastern side of Indonesia on Wednesday with no immediate reports of casualties or damages in the area......»»
Wildlife-vehicle collisions study delves into factors that impact detecting animals after dark
According to a 2008 study, wildlife-vehicle collisions cost an estimated $8.4 billion in damages, with more than 58,000 people injured and 440 deaths occurring annually. These numbers continue to increase as urban sprawl expands and human–wildlife.....»»
Bear genes show circadian rhythms even during hibernation
The internal clocks of grizzly bears appear to keep ticking through hibernation, according to a genetic study. This persistence highlights the strong role of circadian rhythms in the metabolism of many organisms including humans......»»
Bioengineers send cardiac muscle samples into space to study heart cell biology in microgravity
Mount Sinai's Cardiovascular Research Institute is sending bioengineered human heart muscle cells and micro-tissues into space for the first time on NASA's 29th SpaceX commercial resupply services mission, which launched Thursday, November 9. The "Sp.....»»
Obesity drug Wegovy reduces cardiovascular risks for those at high risk
The finding means 15 fewer cardiovascular events per 1,000 patients treated. Enlarge / Wegovy an injectable prescription weight loss medicine that has helped people with obesity. (credit: Getty | Michael Siluk) The blo.....»»