Cells have an internal skeleton that maintains their structure and also drives their movement. Known as the cytoskeleton, ...

The functions of biomolecules, including lipids, nucleic acids and especially proteins are determined to a great extent by their structure. This structure–function relationship is a foundation of many ...

Biomedical research typically follows a familiar path: developing treatments that block, enhance or mutate certain signaling ...

Three research scientist entrepreneurs with roots in university labs and life sciences startup companies have announced ...

An essential component of the lymphatic system, the thymus, a pyramid-shaped organ located in the thoracic cavity, is responsible for producing T-cells. For centuries, the thymus was believed to be an ...