Biology Structure of the F-tractin–F-actin complex F-tractin is a peptide widely used to visualize the actin cytoskeleton in live eukaryotic cells but has been reported to impair cell migration and induce actin bundling at high expression levels. To elucidate these effects, we determined the cryo-EM structure of the F-tractin–F-actin complex, revealing that F-tractin consists of a flexible N-terminal region and an […] Written by Admin February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biology Mapping Gas Adsorption on Platinum and Gold ‘Crown’ Structures Linked Tokyo Metropolitan University researchers have made significant strides in understanding the behavior of gases interacting with metal cluster-containing crystalline solids. The study focuses on a unique solid compound, [PtAu8(PPh3)8]-H[PMo12O40], identified as PtAu8-PMo12, demonstrating critical insights into how hydrogen and carbon monoxide are absorbed in structures composed of platinum and gold. Using advanced techniques, including quick-scan […] Written by Bioengineer February 9, 2025February 9, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biology VPS41 recruits biosynthetic LAMP-positive vesicles through interaction with Arl8b Vacuolar protein sorting 41 (VPS41), a component of the homotypic fusion and protein sorting (HOPS) complex for lysosomal fusion, is essential for the trafficking of lysosomal membrane proteins via lysosome-associated membrane protein (LAMP) carriers from the trans-Golgi network (TGN) to endo/lysosomes. However, the molecular mechanisms underlying this pathway and VPS41’s role herein remain poorly understood. […] Written by Admin February 8, 2025February 8, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biology Optimizing Effective Integration of Artificial Researchers at Flinders University are making significant strides in healthcare with an innovative approach to integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into emergency medicine. Their recent work focuses on evaluating a cardiac AI tool named RAPIDx, which has been tested in various hospitals across South Australia. The goal is clear: to determine whether this AI system can […] Written by Bioengineer February 6, 2025February 6, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
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Biology Bennu’s Dual-Chirality Amino Acids Spark NASA’s OSIRIS‑REx mission has ushered in a new era in our understanding of prebiotic chemistry and the dynamic nature of small Solar System bodies by returning pristine samples from the near‑Earth asteroid Bennu. In a groundbreaking development that challenges long‑standing assumptions regarding the origins of life on our planet, researchers have discovered that Bennu’s fragments […] Written by Bioengineer February 2, 2025February 2, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biology Sphingolipid metabolism orchestrates establishment of the hair follicle stem cell compartment Sphingolipids serve as building blocks of membranes to ensure subcellular compartmentalization and facilitate intercellular communication. How cell type–specific lipid compositions are achieved and what is their functional significance in tissue morphogenesis and maintenance has remained unclear. Here, we identify a stem cell–specific role for ceramide synthase 4 (CerS4) in orchestrating fate decisions in skin epidermis. […] Written by Admin January 31, 2025January 31, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biology Groundbreaking Discovery by Durham University Scientists in Predicting and Researchers at Durham University have made significant strides in understanding the intricate relationship between proteins and metal binding in cellular environments, a vital process that underpins many biological functions essential for life. This groundbreaking research, recently published in Nature Communications, unveils an innovative methodology allowing scientists to accurately forecast and engineer the binding of metals […] Written by Bioengineer January 30, 2025January 30, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biology FAM43A coordinates mtDNA replication and mitochondrial biogenesis in response to mtDNA depletion Mitochondrial retrograde signaling (MRS) pathways relay the functional status of mitochondria to elicit homeostatic or adaptive changes in nuclear gene expression. Budding yeast have “intergenomic signaling” pathways that sense the amount of mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) independently of oxidative phosphorylation (OXPHOS), the primary function of genes encoded by mtDNA. However, MRS pathways that sense the amount […] Written by Admin January 28, 2025January 28, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biology Enhanced Survival Rates Observed with Anatomic Lung Resection in New research unveiled at the 2025 Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) Annual Meeting has significant implications for the surgical treatment outcomes in patients diagnosed with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). This study examines the long-term survival rates associated with different surgical approaches, particularly anatomic lung resections like lobectomy and segmentectomy, in contrast to wedge […] Written by Bioengineer January 26, 2025January 26, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Six Exposure Science Principles Advancing Healthy Environments In the evolving landscape of environmental health, understanding the intricate ways in which humans interact with their surroundings is paramount. Exposure science, a discipline that discerns how individuals come into contact with environmental agents, stands at the forefront of this endeavor. A recent seminal publication by E.A. Cohen Hubal delineates six foundational principles of exposure […] Written by Bioengineer July 4, 2025July 4, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
The fatal mutation that lets cancer outsmart the human immune system New research from UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center has uncovered an evolutionary change that may explain why certain immune cells in humans are less effective at fighting solid tumors compared to non-human primates. This insight could lead to more powerful cancer treatments. The study was published in Nature Communications. It revealed a tiny genetic difference […] Written by Admin July 4, 2025July 4, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Six Exposure Science Principles Advancing Healthy Environments In the evolving landscape of environmental health, understanding the intricate ways in which humans interact with their surroundings is paramount. Exposure science, a discipline that discerns how individuals come into contact with environmental agents, stands at the forefront of this endeavor. A recent seminal publication by E.A. Cohen Hubal delineates six foundational principles of exposure […] Written by Bioengineer July 4, 2025July 4, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
The fatal mutation that lets cancer outsmart the human immune system New research from UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center has uncovered an evolutionary change that may explain why certain immune cells in humans are less effective at fighting solid tumors compared to non-human primates. This insight could lead to more powerful cancer treatments. The study was published in Nature Communications. It revealed a tiny genetic difference […] Written by Admin July 4, 2025July 4, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
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Understanding PMDA Validation Rules v5.0 The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) in Japan has always led the charge in ensuring the safety and efficacy of drug development. Their latest update, the PMDA Validation Rules version 5.0, which took effect on April 1, 2024, marks another significant step in this mission. Let’s break down what these new rules mean and […] Written by Admin July 10, 2024July 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Enhance Your SEND Submissions! Join PointCross on May 29th, 2024, at 12 PM EST / 9 AM PST for a must-attend webinar: The Most Common Issues in Preparing SEND. Ideal for professionals in data submission and regulatory compliance, this webinar offers valuable insights from our seasoned experts. Why Attend? Why PointCross? With over 10 years of experience and more […] Written by Admin May 23, 2024May 23, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked