Life Sciences Floristic Diversity of Zygophyllum album Communities… Zygophyllum album L. (Zygophyllaceae) is a species of arid and hyperarid zones that has been the subject of many biochemical, pharmaceutical, and medicinal studies, but this species is largely unknown ecologically. This work aims to study the diversity and describe the characteristics of the functional traits of plant species of Zygophyllum album communities associated with […] Written by Souddi, Mohammed April 23, 2025April 23, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences The eukaryotic cell emerged as an evolutionary algorithmic phase transition An international collaboration between four senior scientists from Mainz, Valencia, Madrid, and Zurich has published groundbreaking research in the journal PNAS, shedding light on the most significant increase in complexity in the history of life’s evolution on Earth: the origin of the eukaryotic cell. While the endosymbiotic theory is widely accepted, the billions of years […] Written by Admin April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences In silico Structural and Functional Characterization of an… Actinoalloteichus hoggarensis is a rare bacterial species that was isolated from the Algerian Saharan desert and is known for producing biologically active compounds. Despite its potential, little is understood about the enzymes it produces, including endoglucanases. These cellulase enzymes break down cellulose, the primary structural component of plant cell walls that provides strength and rigidity. […] Written by Bakli, Mahfoud April 21, 2025April 21, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Disrupting ‘communication’ with plants could limit soybean cyst nematode infections Targeting a newly discovered vulnerability in the signals that cyst nematodes use to infect plant roots could be a powerful method for reducing the damage the parasitic worms cause in crops such as soybeans, according to a study co-authored by an Iowa State University professor. Researchers identified a single protein in cyst nematodes that triggers […] Written by Admin April 20, 2025April 20, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Fire Risk Mapping for Holm Oak Forests in El Hassasna… In the context of the restoration of the holm oak forest ecosystem, which has suffered damage from wildfires, and with the aim of reducing the wildfire risk, the primary threat to these natural habitats, this study seeks to establish a systematic approach to map areas at risk of forest fires. This approach relies on the […] Written by Djellouli, Yahia April 19, 2025April 19, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences European potato genome decoded: Small gene pool with large differences A research team has decoded the genome of historic potato cultivars and used this resource to develop an efficient method for analysis of hundreds of additional potato genomes. Potatoes are a staple food for over 1.3 billion people. But despite their importance for global food security, breeding successes have been modest. Some of the most […] Written by Admin April 18, 2025April 18, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Hematological and Biochemical Indices of a Local Rabbit… Rabbit feed in Algeria is still based exclusively on commercial pelleted diets, but the recent use of non-conventional ingredients in feed formulation is becoming more frequent, and several studies were carried out on the incorporation of local raw materials in rabbit feed worldwide. However, studies related to the incorporation of Jujube are nonexistent. In this […] Written by Azdinia, Zidane April 17, 2025April 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Secret to crocodylian longevity | ScienceDaily Researchers examined teeth and skulls of 99 extinct crocodylomorph species and 20 living crocodylian species to reconstruct their dietary ecology and identify characteristics that helped some groups persist through two mass extinctions. They discovered that one secret tocrocodylian longevity is their remarkably flexible lifestyles, both in what they eat and the habitat in which they […] Written by Admin April 16, 2025April 16, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences An Efficient Protein Extraction Method from Astragalus… The first step of the proteomic study is the extraction and the success of this technique was based mainly on the choice of the best extraction. The purpose of this study was to determine the simplest and lowest-cost method of total protein extraction. Initially, various extraction methods were performed for protein extraction from roots of […] Written by Alima, Messai April 15, 2025April 15, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Unlocking the genetic basis of animal behavior using fruit flies Understanding how genes influence complex behaviors remains one of biology’s most fascinating challenges. Now, however, in a recent study, researchers from Japan compiled a comprehensive dataset documenting the behaviors of over 30,000 fruit flies across 105 genetically distinct strains. This valuable resource captures individual and group behaviors under various conditions, providing unparalleled insights into the […] Written by Admin April 14, 2025April 14, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Scientists reprogram ant behavior using brain molecules From the bright lights of cities that don’t sleep — where people hustle and bustle through the night to keep subways, servers, and supply chains alive — to the whisper-dark understory of tropical forests where ants hum in syncopated lines, the planet’s most intricate societies hinge on round-the-clock cooperation and finely tuned roles. Within Atta […] Written by Admin July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Mammals didn’t walk upright until late—here’s what fossils reveal For over a century, scientists have puzzled over a fundamental mystery in our evolutionary history: how did mammals go from sprawling like lizards to striding like cats and dogs? This transition — from a sprawled stance (like a lizard) to an upright (parasagittal) posture — marked a pivotal moment in mammal evolution. While the earliest […] Written by Admin June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Scientists reprogram ant behavior using brain molecules From the bright lights of cities that don’t sleep — where people hustle and bustle through the night to keep subways, servers, and supply chains alive — to the whisper-dark understory of tropical forests where ants hum in syncopated lines, the planet’s most intricate societies hinge on round-the-clock cooperation and finely tuned roles. Within Atta […] Written by Admin July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Mammals didn’t walk upright until late—here’s what fossils reveal For over a century, scientists have puzzled over a fundamental mystery in our evolutionary history: how did mammals go from sprawling like lizards to striding like cats and dogs? This transition — from a sprawled stance (like a lizard) to an upright (parasagittal) posture — marked a pivotal moment in mammal evolution. While the earliest […] Written by Admin June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
A coordinated kinase and phosphatase network regulates Stu2 recruitment to yeast kinetochores Cells coordinate diverse events at anaphase onset, including separase activation, cohesin cleavage, chromosome separation, and spindle reorganization. Regulation of the XMAP215 family member and microtubule polymerase, Stu2, at the metaphase-anaphase transition determines a redistribution from kinetochores to spindle microtubules. We show that cells modulate Stu2 kinetochore-microtubule localization by Polo-like kinase1/Cdc5-mediated phosphorylation of T866, near the […] Written by Admin June 29, 2025June 29, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
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