Pathogenic bacteria inhibit host cell secretion to manipulate host immunity
In nature, there is a constant evolutionary battle between microbes and their hosts, during which many bacteria secrete specific proteins into the host's cells, aiming to alter its physiology while increasing pestiferous activity......»»
Conan O’Brien to host the 2025 Oscars
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that Emmy Award-winning comedian Conan O'Brien will host the 2025 Oscars......»»
The First Crispr Treatment Is Making Its Way to Patients
It’s been a year since the gene-editing treatment Casgevy was approved for sickle cell disease and a related blood disorder. It’s finally being infused into patients......»»
Picky proteins: Understanding yeast adaptor protein selectivity
The cellular membrane controls the passage of substances in and out of the cell. Some larger cargo, such as membrane proteins, nutrients, and pathogens, enter the cell via a process known as clathrin-mediated endocytosis......»»
Q&A: Holobiont biology, a new concept for exploring how microbiome shapes evolution of visible life
Microorganisms—bacteria, viruses and other tiny life forms—may drive biological variation in visible life as much, if not more, than genetic mutations, creating new lineages and even new species of animals and plants, according to Seth Bordenstei.....»»
Apple releases Final Cut Pro 11 with spatial video editing, transcribe to captions, and more
As expected, Apple today took the wraps off the next big version of Final Cut Pro, and it comes with a whole host of new features that will surely make video editors happy. Included in Final Cut Pro 11 is support for spatial video editing, transcribe.....»»
Squishy microgels in granular biomaterials confine and direct cell behavior
A simple biomaterial-based strategy that can influence the behavior of cells could pave the way for more effective medical treatments such as wound healing, cancer therapy and even organ regeneration, according to a research team at Penn State......»»
Deals: M4 MacBook Pro hits all-time low at $125 off, GPS+Cell Apple Watch Series 10 $50 off, Alpine Loops, more
Joining all-time lows on the 42mm and 46mm Apple Watch Series 10 starting from $349, today Amazon has decided to carry the deep discounts over to the GPS+Cell models, including both the aluminum and higher-end titanium variants starting at $449 (the.....»»
What can we expect at the COP29 Climate Conference?
With a climate-denialist re-elected as US president and another petrostate host (following Dubai in 2023)—hopes for ambitious outcomes at the 29th UN Climate Change "Conference of the Parties" (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan are not high......»»
Using CRISPR to decipher whether gene variants lead to cancer
In recent years, scientists have created a range of new methods based on CRISPR-Cas technology for precisely editing the genetic material of living organisms. One application is in cell therapy: A patient's immune cells can be specifically reprogramm.....»»
Down in the weeds: How host specificity testing works
Fortunately for us, weeds have enemies. Biocontrol harnesses the power of these natural adversaries, limiting the otherwise unchecked growth and spread of weeds. Biocontrol methods offer safe, cost-effective, landscape-scale weed control......»»
Elephant seal numbers drop after avian flu outbreak: First report of transmission between marine mammals
The sounds of barking elephant seals are again in the air along the breeding grounds of Península Valdés, Argentina—but it's quieter. Almost exactly a year after a massive outbreak of H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza killed more than 17,000.....»»
Star"s disappearance in Andromeda marks the birth of a black hole
Massive stars about eight times more massive than the sun explode as supernovae at the end of their lives. The explosions, which leave behind a black hole or a neutron star, are so energetic they can outshine their host galaxies for months. However,.....»»
All 41 seasons of Jeopardy! are finally coming to streaming
We still don't know exactly which streaming service the show will land on, but host Ken Jennings has confirmed that that's the plan......»»
All 41 seasons of ‘Jeopardy!’ are finally coming to streaming
We still don't know exactly which streaming service the show will land on, but host Ken Jennings has confirmed that that's the plan......»»
Mitochondrial study offers new insights into how our cells process RNA for energy production
Researchers at the Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, Karolinska Institutet have made a major discovery in how human cells produce energy. Their study, published in The EMBO Journal, reveals the detailed mechanisms of how mitochondria process.....»»
This trail-tested, road ready Aventon e-bike is $200 off — We gave it 4.5 stars
Along with a host of other Aventon e-bike deals, the Ramblas eMTB e-bike is on sale for $200 off and it's already priced competitively. You need to see it......»»
Washington coast avian flu outbreak devastated Caspian terns, jumped to seals
An epidemiological study found that 56% of a large breeding colony of Caspian terns died from a 2023 outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza at Rat Island in Washington state. Since then, no birds have successfully bred on the island, raising c.....»»
Researchers uncover focal adhesions as subcellular signaling hubs in PI3K-AKT pathway
The phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K)-AKT signaling pathway is one of the most critical and extensively investigated signaling pathways. It is the central regulator of various cellular processes including cell growth, proliferation, metabolism, an.....»»
Bacteria discovery could accelerate mosquito control schemes
Mosquito larvae grow faster if they're exposed to particular bacteria, according to a new study that could help global health programs......»»
Beta cells: New insights into the structure, interactions and neuronal networking of primary cilia
Dysfunctions of the tiny cell processes (primary cilia) of the pancreatic beta cells could be a cause of type 2 diabetes. Little is known about the structure and function of these cilia. An international research team led by DZD researchers from the.....»»