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Alzheimer’s disease causes brain cells to overheat and ‘fry like eggs’
Researchers have shown that an essential protein involved in Alzheimer’s causes cells to overheat, which may explain how the disease ...
Scientists make paralyzed mice walk again, in groundbreaking treatment
The groundbreaking treatment could soon be trialed on humans.
Researchers identify a protein that may be the link between anxiety and depression
It could point the way to new treatments for both conditions.
Debunking the soy-estrogen problem and other soy myths
Soy is unique in that it contains isoflavones, but concerns about consuming soy are not backed by human studies.
A protein in our pancreas and lungs could help treat asthma
Its a surprising but effective strategy.
A mutated coronavirus, better at infecting cells, is now “dominant” in the world
Whether or not this makes the virus more transmissible in society isn't yet clear.
First identified biomarker for PTSD could hold the key to treating the disorder
A functional cure would be a life-changer for millions across the world.
Rare genetic mutations and the fruit fly explain how Zika causes microcephaly
Researchers found that the Zika virus interrupts the growth of the brain by taking control of a pathway that regulates ...
Researchers finally figure out the protein that senses cold temperatures
Nobody likes feeling cold.
Eat more plant protein for a longer and healthier life, new study concludes
In recent times, the human diet has changed substantially. We have access to an unprecedented variety of foods, yet meat ...
Discovery of new “don’t eat me protein” points the way to effective cancer therapy
Take away the proteins, and our immune systems decimate cancers.
The age of the designer protein is upon us — and the prospects are thrilling
This could be a game changer.
Lab-grown meat market could be worth $85 billion by 2030
Fake meat is not just a fad.
Scientists explore the origin of metabolism to reveal secrets of primordial life
To become successful, life had to find a way to turn food from the environment into energy.
New study reveals secret language of cell communication
Scientists eavesdrop on cell conversations.
Dinosaur fossils are rich in microbes — and this might mean we won’t ever find dino proteins
There goes Jurassic Park!
Researchers make chicken cells resist bird flu by snipping out a tiny bit of their DNA
There's still a long way to go before we have a full chicken, though.
Eating a lot of animal protein probably means you’ll have a shorter life
Red meat is particularly bad for our health, research suggests.
Bacteria coaxed into making high-performance proteins for space missions
The National Aeronautics and Spider Silk Administration is very excited about this study.