Researchers find a Small RNA that Controls Bacterial Infection
The major mechanism underlying the transition from chronic to acute P. aeruginosa infections has been identified by researchers. Their findings can help to develop future…
Biology
Study Links Second Gene to Evolution of Chloroquine Resistance in Malaria Parasites
It has long been assumed that just one crucial gene played a role in how malaria parasites evolved to resist a potent antimalarial medication. An…
A Study Attempts to Solve the Mystery of Actin Filament Polarity
Actin filaments are dynamic structures that play important roles in a variety of cellular processes such as cell movement, shape determination, and intracellular transport. These…
Cat COVID-19 Variants Developed Throughout the Same Time Period as the Human Population
Household cats, also known as domestic cats, are one of the most popular pets worldwide. They are a small carnivorous mammal species that have been…
Antibiotic Effectiveness Against C. Difficile may be Limited by Interactions Between Gut Microbes
The bacteria Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile) can cause life-threatening colon damage in addition to diarrhea when it infects the large intestine. C. difficile infections typically…
Researchers Identify the Mechanism that Causes Genomic Rearrangements
Every cell that divides aims to precisely divide its genome into two daughter cells that are genetically identical to it. Scientists from the UT Southwestern…
Pollinator Decline
Pollinator decline refers to the worldwide fall in pollinating insect and animal populations, particularly bees, butterflies, moths, and some bird and bat species. Pollinators perform…
Older Trees have more Mutations than Younger Trees
A study of the relationship between the growth rate of tropical trees and the frequency of genetic mutations they accumulate suggests that older, long-lived trees…
Octopus Brains Rewire to Adapt to Seasonal Temperature Changes
Octopuses are amazing creatures that are known for their intelligence and adaptability. While they do not “rewire” their brains, they do show impressive behavioral and…
How Environmental Factors Affect Cells As Tissues Develop
Cells and tissues grow through a process called cell proliferation and tissue remodeling. It is important to note that cell and tissue growth are tightly…
A Fruit Fly Compound may lead to New Antibiotics
Fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster) have been widely used in scientific research for many years due to their short lifespan, rapid reproduction, and genetic similarities to…
Antioxidant Enzymes repair DNA Damage
DNA damage can be repaired through a variety of mechanisms, including antioxidant enzyme action. Antioxidant enzymes play an important role in DNA integrity by removing…
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