Disentangling chloroplast genetics

Proper DNA inheritance is essential for healthy chloroplast: the energy center of all plant cells. Researchers…

First comprehensive map of subcellular localization of proteins reveals new insights

The first analysis of how proteins are arranged in a cell was published today in Science,…

New insights into the tumor metabolism

Tumors, inflammation and circulatory disorders locally disturb the body's acid-base balance. These changes in pH value…

How plankton and bacteria shape ocean spray

As the oceans ebb and flow, the resulting waves and splashes form tiny bubbles.The bubbles burst…

Why one eye-targeting virus could make for a useful gene-delivery tool

In their quest to replicate themselves, viruses have gotten awfully good at tricking human cells into…

New lyme disease forecast map targets rising tide of ticks

New research offers veterinarians a forecasting map that tells them which parts of the country are…

Rare feline genetic disorders identified through whole genome sequencing

Veterinary neurologists found a genetic link between degenerative myelopathy (DM) in dogs and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis…

Distance at which supernova would spark mass extinctions on Earth

KU researcher Adrian Melott examines the effects of a supernova on Earth's biology in new research…

Cilia structure plays a major role in determining susceptibility to neural tube defects

Research shows that the improper methylation of a protein called 'Septin2,' which regulates the structure of…

Populations adapt as nature and nurture work together

A study of fruit fly larvae leads researchers to conclude that nature and nurture do collaborate…