The short and long of protein tails: How they aid membrane insertion and may impact genetic disorders
The fatty membrane surrounding every living cell is a vibrant environment where countless biological processes take place.
Weakness in lung cancer's defenses found—an enzyme that boosts cancer cell metabolism
Lung cancer is a particularly challenging form of cancer. It often strikes unexpectedly and aggressively with little warning, ...
How a multitasking protein keeps the body’s clock in sync
EZH1 steadies gene-reading machinery and adjusts DNA packaging, ensuring genes activate on time to maintain 24-hour rhythms.
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Sleeping bacteria: New study uncovers mechanisms of dormancy involving protein aggregation
Researchers at the VIB-KU Leuven Center for Microbiology and the VIB-KU Leuven Center for Brain & Disease Research have ...
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A protein at the heart of heart disease
Low-density lipoproteins (LDL) -- commonly known as bad cholesterol -- have long been on scientists' radar as a major contributor to heart disease. But these microscopic troublemakers have hidden ...
Recipe: Fuel Your Day With This Healthy Coffee Protein Shake
Calling all coffee lovers and wellness enthusiasts! If you’re a latte or espresso ritualist but want something that doubles ...
Are two eggs enough for an adult’s daily protein intake?
Two eggs for breakfast provide a solid protein foundation but may not fulfill daily protein needs for most adults, ...
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Targeting SLC7A11-mediated cysteine metabolism for the treatment of trastuzumab resistant HER2 positive breast cancer
This study presents a useful finding that targeting amino acid metabolism can overcome Trastuzumab resistance in HER2+ breast cancer. The evidence supporting the claims of the authors is solid and the ...