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Researchers at the Max Delbrück Center have found that a cellular housekeeping mechanism called autophagy plays a major role ...

Bacteria are among the most diverse and ancient forms of life on Earth. Yet, much of what is known about them comes from a ...

The journey started with an enigma in the zebrafish embryo: some endothelial cells, actively involved in the initial stages ...

With a rate of mutation 35 percent higher than random chance, this previously unknown weakness could be a major vector for ...

A quick revision guide covering key concepts, biomolecules, cell organelles, and essential NEET-style MCQs to boost exam ...

When cell division (mitosis) takes too long, it can be a sign that something is wrong with the cells, for example DNA damage or chromosomal instability.

The process of aging is associated with a decline in immune functions and persistent low-level inflammation. Now, researchers ...

The 2025 Annual Report from the Basic Sciences Division at Fred Hutch features the divisions reflections for the year, as ...