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Key Drivers of Corporate Governance in Burundi’s Cooperatives

Corporate governance has become a widely discussed topic across various sectors, demonstrating a significant impact on organizational effectiveness and operational transparency. In recent years, the agricultural sector, particularly cooperatives, has not been an exception to these discussions. A notable study conducted by researchers Nasangwe, Okello, and Gathungu delves into the nuances of corporate governance practices […]
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Lung Ultrasound and Heart Index Predict Preterm Infant Outcomes

In a pioneering exploration into neonatal respiratory care, researchers have probed the intricate relationship between lung ultrasound imaging and cardiac function in preterm infants grappling with respiratory failure. This cutting-edge investigation opens a promising window into how bedside ultrasound metrics might serve as vital indicators of cardiopulmonary interactions, potentially revolutionizing clinical monitoring and therapeutic strategies […]
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The purification of biomolecular condensates: Bottlenecks and strategies

Biomolecular condensates are large assemblies of proteins and nucleic acids that form distinct compartments inside the cell without being surrounded by a membrane. They form through multivalent interactions, are not stereospecifically defined, and can scale with component addition. By concentrating specific biomolecules at specific times and cellular locations, condensates play key roles in many processes, […]
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Impact of Electrode Material on Radish Germination

In a groundbreaking study that sheds light on the intersection of plasma physics and agricultural science, researchers Kawano et al. have delved deep into the unique effects of discharge electrode materials on the germination of radish sprouts when utilizing cavitation bubble plasma-treated water. This cutting-edge research, published in the journal Discover Plants, addresses an intriguing […]
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Lipid droplets: Open questions and conceptual advances around a unique organelle

Once viewed as mere lipid inclusions, the past four decades have witnessed an explosion of research into lipid droplet (LD) biogenesis and function. Pioneering cell biology, biochemical, genetics, and lipidomic studies now reveal LDs as active players in lipid metabolism and cellular homeostasis. Here, we discuss some of the major findings that defined LDs as bona […]
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ABCA7 Variants Alter Neuronal Mitochondria, Phosphatidylcholine

In the quest to unravel the intricate ways by which genetic variations influence brain function and neurodegenerative disease, a groundbreaking study has illuminated the pivotal role of the ABCA7 gene in regulating mitochondrial health within neurons. Leveraging cutting-edge genomic and bioenergetic analyses, researchers have unveiled that loss-of-function (LoF) mutations in ABCA7 lead to profound alterations […]
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SEPTIN9 locally activates the RhoGEF ARHGEF18 to promote early stages of mitochondrial fission

Mitochondria continually undergo fission to maintain their network and health. Nascent fission sites are marked by the ER, which facilitates actin polymerization to drive calcium flux into the mitochondrion and constrict the inner mitochondrial membrane. Septins are a major eukaryotic cytoskeleton component that forms filaments that can both directly and indirectly modulate other cytoskeleton components, […]
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Pilot Intervention to Support Caregivers of Schizophrenic Seniors

Recent research has highlighted a critical but frequently overlooked aspect of mental health care—the impact on family caregivers of older adults diagnosed with schizophrenia. The emotional, psychological, and physical toll on these caregivers can be substantial, as they navigate the complex dynamics of caring for loved ones with mental health issues. A study conducted by […]
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Stu2 performs an essential kinetochore function independent of its microtubule polymerase activity

ch-TOG family proteins, including the budding yeast Stu2, are essential for spindle formation and chromosome segregation. Such functions depend on an array of activities ranging from microtubule nucleation, polymerization, and depolymerization to conferring tension sensitivity to kinetochores. This functional diversity makes it challenging to dissect these various functions and understand their relative importance. Here, we […]
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A tiny ocean worm just revealed a big secret about how eyes evolve

A tiny ocean worm just revealed a big secret about how eyes evolve

A research team from the University of Vienna and the Alfred Wegener Institute in Bremerhaven has uncovered how the eyes of adult marine bristleworms continue to increase in size throughout their entire lifespan. The work shows that this constant growth is powered by a ring of neural stem cells that resembles similar structures found in […]
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Will Glacier Melt Lead to Increased Seismic Activity in Mountain Regions? – State of the Planet

A recent study from Earth and Planetary Science Letters is the first to directly link earthquakes to climate change-induced glacial melt. Scientists analyzed 15 years of seismic activity in the Grandes Jorasses—a peak that is part of the Mont Blanc massif between Italy and France—to better understand this association. This massif is one of the […]
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A tiny ocean worm just revealed a big secret about how eyes evolve

A tiny ocean worm just revealed a big secret about how eyes evolve

A research team from the University of Vienna and the Alfred Wegener Institute in Bremerhaven has uncovered how the eyes of adult marine bristleworms continue to increase in size throughout their entire lifespan. The work shows that this constant growth is powered by a ring of neural stem cells that resembles similar structures found in […]
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Will Glacier Melt Lead to Increased Seismic Activity in Mountain Regions? – State of the Planet

A recent study from Earth and Planetary Science Letters is the first to directly link earthquakes to climate change-induced glacial melt. Scientists analyzed 15 years of seismic activity in the Grandes Jorasses—a peak that is part of the Mont Blanc massif between Italy and France—to better understand this association. This massif is one of the […]
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