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Putting proteins in their proper place: Study identifies system that guides misplaced disease proteins back to the nucleus
A host of special molecules called nuclear RNA-binding proteins (RBPs), when misplaced outside the nucleus, form the harmful clumps seen
Genome Jenga study reveals unexpected gene alliances in the cell
To understand how a cell works, biologists like to take it apart. By removing genes from cells in diverse combinations,
What happens to our muscles during spaceflight and when living on Mars?
The inactivity of astronauts during spaceflights presents a significant risk to their muscles, says a new study in The Journal
Enigmatic gene critical for a healthy brain: New research has shown how an unusual gene is needed for brain development in young mice
New research has shown how an unusual gene is needed for brain development in young mice. Since the human genome
‘Scaffolding’ method allows biochemists to see proteins in remarkable detail: Technique that uses cryo-electron microscopy should help scientists better understand disease-causing proteins
UCLA biochemists have achieved a first in biology: viewing at near-atomic detail the smallest protein ever seen by the technique
Duel of the inflammatory master regulators: Insights for drug discovery: Glucocorticoid receptor binds as monomer to NF-kappaB sites
Anti-inflammatory drugs such as dexamethasone can have harmful side effects on the skin, bones and metabolism. Structural biology research from
Advancing the science of smell — with a hint of musk
Researchers have identified key molecular mechanisms at work when people smell musks, a highly valued group of fixatives used in
20-year-old mystery of malaria vaccine target solved: The results could help improve the development of an effective malaria vaccine
The human piece of a malaria infection puzzle has been revealed for the first time, solving a long-standing mystery. A
The humble fruit fly continues to boost biomedical discovery
For more than 100 years, the humble fruit fly has been used to understand fundamental biological processes and has been