Researchers from the CUNY Institute for Implementation Science in Population Health (ISPH) and their collaborators have unveiled BugSigDB, a community-editable database containing meticulously curated microbial signatures extracted from various published…
Category: Biology
Citizen science helps to monitor the spread of a natural enemy to fight invasive weed
CABI has undertaken groundbreaking research that underscores the value of harnessing citizen science to monitor the propagation and dispersion of a natural predator aimed at combatting the invasive shrub known…
COVID-19 can use multiple “doors” to enter cells, new study finds
New research from the School of Medicine has unveiled unexpected insights into how COVID-19 infiltrates cells, shedding light on why coronaviruses possess a remarkable ability to jump between different species.…
New genes that regulate melanin production in humans identified
Melanin, the pigment that imparts color to human skin, is synthesized within specialized structures called melanosomes, which reside within pigment-producing cells known as melanocytes. Although the quantity of melanocytes remains…
Leafcutter bees prefer leaves with aspergillus mold
Leafcutter bees have earned their name due to their unique habit of cutting circular portions of leaves, which they then use to construct their nests. Interestingly, researchers have now discovered…
Complete genome sequence of Australian plant could revolutionize drug production
QUT, in collaboration with international researchers, has achieved a significant breakthrough with the Australian plant N. benthamiana. The plant’s genome sequence has been determined, offering potential for cost-effective and rapid…
Stout amphibian with tusks and gnarly teeth discovered in Australia
In the 1990s, a mysterious fossil was accidentally uncovered by an Australian chicken farmer, Mihail Mihailidis. While washing down a large sandstone slab intended for his garden wall, he stumbled…
Human brain evolution: Study finds key differences in cell types
A team led by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers has made a significant breakthrough by uncovering cellular and molecular disparities within the human brain that set us apart from both…
Researchers decipher buckwheat genome to create new varieties
A research team at Kyoto University’s Graduate School of Agriculture has unlocked the precise chromosomal-level genome sequence of buckwheat. This breakthrough sheds light on the crop’s evolution and origin. Through…
Bacteria develop resistance to antibiotic albicidin via gene amplification
In a recent study conducted by Mareike Saathoff and her team at Freie Universität Berlin, a fascinating discovery has been made regarding the antibiotic albicidin and its impact on infectious…
Testosterone alters electric fish’s ability to ignore their own signals
During the rainy breeding season, electric fish engage in a unique underwater “conversation” that undergoes a transformation. Male fish, driven by the desire to find a suitable mate, emit slightly…
New study reveals unique features of arrestin engagement at class B GPCRs
G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) are vital components of cell signal transduction, forming the largest protein family targeted by drugs. They orchestrate intricate downstream effects by activating G proteins and arrestins…
Warming waters alter gene expression in fish embryos, affecting their ability to cope with future climate change
Scientists from the University of Manchester delved into the effects of warmer waters on the gene expression of four common fish species. The research focused on the small-spotted catshark, zebrafish,…
Mitochondria regulate cellular signaling for proper lung development
Northwestern Medicine researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking revelation about mitochondria’s integral role in regulating essential cellular signaling vital for the development of lung epithelial cells. These cells are indispensable for…
Harbor seals practice social distancing to avoid disease
A group of marine researchers have made an intriguing discovery regarding the behavior of harbor seals and gray seals. Their study, recently published in the journal Royal Society Open Science,…
Scientists discover mechanism of divalent cation block in NavAb sodium channel
Cell membranes house ion channels, critical conduits for diverse physiological processes such as muscle cell contractions and nerve excitation. These specialized channels feature selectivity filters that serve as gatekeepers, allowing…
New species of Tarantula discovered in Iran
A recently identified tarantula, the Persian Gold Tarantula (Chaetopelma persianum), has been unveiled through a groundbreaking study. This distinctive species, distinguished by its unique woolly golden hairs, was found in…
New fossil evidence suggests Hupehsuchus was a filter feeder
A collaborative team of paleontologists and geoscientists from China University of Geosciences and Hubei Geological Bureau, along with a colleague from the University of Bristol, have unveiled further evidence hinting…
Mitochondrial protein structure critical for activating ISR revealed
Mitochondria, renowned as the cellular “powerhouses,” are renowned for fueling energy production and upholding overall well-being. However, these organelles also play a critical role in preserving our health. A groundbreaking…
Fatherly care can shape brain development and behavior in sons, study finds
University of Virginia scientists, led by Joshua Danoff, embarked on a study involving prairie voles to investigate the profound impact of attentive fathering on the development of offspring. Published in…