An innovative three-color method for capturing images of mRNA inside live mammalian cells has been developed by UMass Amherst chemists. Because RNA is both incredibly important to human life and ...

An innovative three-color method for capturing images of mRNA inside live mammalian cells has been developed by UMass Amherst chemists.

This paper presents an important advance in genetically encoded voltage imaging of the developing zebrafish spinal cord in vivo, capturing voltage dynamics in neuronal populations, single cells, and ...

Pham and Wu’s technique allows them to color-code RNA and see how they perform their functions inside a living cell.

Moving from cell monolayers to three-dimensional (3D) cultures is motivated by the need to work with cellular models that mimic the functions of living tissues. Essential cellular functions that are ...

Zebrafish have long contributed to biological and medical research, especially as a model for developmental and toxicological studies. Particularly useful attributes of zebrafish include: ex vivo ...

Viruses typically aren’t considered ‘alive,’ as many core biological functions are outsourced to their potential hosts. But a newly discovered organism appears to straddle the line between virus and ...

Snakes have intrigued scientists for centuries. Studying these serpents has offered clues into their bodies, venom chemistry, ...

Olive Garden will roll out lighter portion entrées nationwide in January after successful testing showed a double-digit boost in affordability perceptions. Walmart pledges to remove synthetic dyes and ...