Unfolding the blindness proteins through fly eyes
Every 6 minutes someone is told they're going blind. One of the major causes of human blindness is a disease called Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), which causes progressive degeneration of the retina and vision loss. Approximately one-tenth of Retinitis.....»»
Lite-On eyes growth with cloud server, auto optoelectronics applications in 2023
EMS provider Lite-On Technology expects revenue growth to be driven by sales generated from cloud server and automotive optoelectronics applications this year......»»
"Mirror-image" molecules pave new path for cancer drug discovery
Scripps Research scientists have developed a new strategy for identifying small molecules that can change the function of proteins, offering a promising path for discovering targeted drugs. In collaboration with scientists at other institutions, the.....»»
Decoding the mechanisms behind the assembly of BAR proteins that dictate cell curvature
Cell membranes play a critical role by serving as containment units and separating the inner cellular space from the extracellular environment. Proteins with distinct functional units play a key role in facilitating protein-membrane interactions. For.....»»
Solving the mystery behind how nutrients enter cells
For the nutrients that feed our cells to reach their destination, proteins embedded in the cell membrane often must shuttle what's needed across the threshold. When this system breaks down and metabolites fail to reach their destinations, the impacts.....»»
The role of mutation in nucleoproteins of SARS-CoV-2
Scientists from The Federal Research Centre "Fundamentals of Biotechnology" of the Russian Academy of Sciences, together with foreign colleagues, have demonstrated that human 14-3-3 proteins, which are known for their role in replication of many viru.....»»
Relatives discovered: Membrane proteins of cyanobacteria and higher organisms are structurally highly similar
The cells of living organisms are equipped with proteins that are involved in the shaping and remodeling of cellular membranes, thereby performing important tasks. The cell membrane encloses the cell interior, but is constantly remodeled, for example.....»»
Novel living yeast-based dual biosensor for detecting peptide variants
Biosensors—sensors that can detect biological samples—are powerful tools for understanding the function, composition, and structure of biochemical molecules. Biosensors are often applied for the detection of proteins and their subunits, called pe.....»»
A simple paper test could offer early cancer diagnosis
MIT engineers have designed a new nanoparticle sensor that could enable early diagnosis of cancer with a simple urine test. The sensors, which can detect many different cancerous proteins, could also be used to distinguish the type of a tumor or how.....»»
Establishing the basis for mammalian intracellular computing with mRNA switches
Professor Hirohide Saito and his research team have developed a new approach to control mRNA translation using Cas proteins, thus expanding the variety of mRNA switches and making it easier to build synthetic gene circuits in mammalian cells. The res.....»»
I was wrong. E-bikes are so practical, they’re a transit cheat code
You’ve probably rolled your eyes at them. So have I. And we’re both wrong. E-bikes are the commuting solution right under your upturned nose......»»
UAW eyes Belvidere plant as it plans upcoming negotiations
Shawn Fain said "everything is on the table" in contract negotiations later this year as the union plans to fight for higher wages and better benefits......»»
TSMC betting on Apple orders to bolster 2H23 growth too risky, say observers
TSMC's latest earnings call conference has released mixed messages in the eyes of market observers. On the one hand, they are upbeat about the foundry maintaining its capex for the year, but on the other, they are worried that its heavy reliance on b.....»»
The FDA would like to remind you not to put amniotic fluid in your eyes
Amniotic fluid is mostly just fetal urine—and it's not FDA-approved for eyes. Enlarge / An inflamed eye. (credit: Getty | BSIP) For a sinister Shakespearian brew to conjure spirits, you're going to need to gather a var.....»»
Study finds new pathway for clearing misfolded proteins
Misfolded proteins are toxic to cells. They disrupt normal functions and cause some age-related human degenerative diseases, like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Huntington's diseases. Cells work constantly to eliminate misfolded proteins, but these cl.....»»
Hungry eyes: Spiders lose vision when they"re starving
Biologists at the University of Cincinnati discovered that underfed jumping spiders lose light-sensitive cells that are key to their vision......»»
How the "master regulators" of cells make DNA accessible for gene expression
New insight into proteins called "pioneer factors" helps to explain their unusual ability to open up the typically dense genetic material within our cells. This behavior makes the genetic material accessible for proteins involved in important cellula.....»»
AI system can generate novel proteins that meet structural design targets
MIT researchers are using artificial intelligence to design new proteins that go beyond those found in nature......»»
Tesla to continue EV price war, eyeing long-term profit brought by autonomy
As Tesla continues to cut prices for its products worldwide, the world's largest BEV brand signaled that the price war would not end soon as the company can withstand more price cuts than others and eyes long-term profitability thanks to software and.....»»
European Space Agency chief eyes tapping private industry partners
European Space Agency director Josef Aschbacher promised a "transformation" of the continent's space sector in the coming years during an interview with AFP, including more collaboration between government and private industry......»»
China eyes wave of EV exports as costs, prices tumble
Chinese automakers are now leading the world in making EVs that compete on price and technology for the average budget, threatening established automakers......»»