Labeling proteins with ubiquitin paves new road to cell regulation research

Human cells have a sophisticated regulatory system at their disposal: labeling proteins with the small molecule…

Alcohol-induced brain damage continues after alcohol is stopped

Although the harmful effects of alcohol on the brain are widely known, the structural changes observed…

The brain’s auto-complete function

When looking at a picture of a sunny day at the beach, we can almost smell…

Creating blood vessels on demand

Researchers discover new cell population that can help in regenerative processes.

Abnormalities in a protein affecting how nerve cells change shape

Since 1993, when the gene that causes Huntington's disease (HD) was identified, there has been intense…

New insights on liver injury in men taking body building supplements

Forty-four men with liver injury, attributed to over-the-counter bodybuilding supplements, experienced a uniform and distinctive pattern…

Older women have the highest risk of dying from cervical cancer

New research shows that women aged 65 and older have a higher risk of dying from…

Why men are more likely to develop liver cancer

Researchers have discovered that a hormone secreted by fat cells that is present at higher levels…

New study identifies genetic variant that could help reduce need for liver transplants

A new study has identified a genetic variant associated with liver fibrosis (scarring) in chronic hepatitis…

Coral study traces excess nitrogen to Maui wastewater treatment facility

A new method for reconstructing changes in nitrogen sources over time has enabled scientists to connect…