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Biophysics Cells and the Extracellular Matrix: A Dynamic Interaction

Explore how cells interact with their environment through the extracellular matrix.

Juan Arellano-Tintó, Daria Stepanova, Helen M. Byrne

2025-04-23T00:47:44+00:00 ― 5 min read

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Biophysics EMSequenceFinder: A New Era in Protein Modeling

A breakthrough method improving protein sequence assignment from cryo-EM maps.

Dibyendu Mondal, Vipul Kumar, Tadej Satler

2025-04-17T19:15:15+00:00 ― 5 min read

Biophysics RNA: The Unsung Hero of Cells

RNA shapes life by influencing protein interactions and cellular behavior.

Ian Seim, Vita Zhang, Ameya P. Jalihal

2025-04-17T16:29:36+00:00 ― 8 min read

Biophysics The Dance of DNA: How Environment Shapes Its Moves

Discover how various substances influence DNA behavior inside cells.

Parth Rakesh Desai, John F. Marko

2025-04-17T10:58:18+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics Gaucher Disease: A Deep Dive into Blood and Health

Learn about Gaucher Disease and its impact on blood health.

Zhaojie Chai, Guansheng Li, Papa Alioune Ndour

2025-04-17T08:12:39+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics The Flexible Ropes of Cell Life

Actin filaments shape and move cells, resembling spaghetti chefs in a kitchen.

Mintu Nandi, Shashank Shekhar, Sandeep Choubey

2025-04-17T05:27:00+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics APOBEC3B: The Immune System's Double-Edged Sword

A3B fights viruses but may also fuel cancer.

Mac Kevin E. Braza, Özlem Demir, Surl-Hee Ahn

2025-04-17T02:41:21+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics The Battle Within: Viruses and Cells

Explore how viruses invade cells and the science behind their fusion proteins.

Chetan S. Poojari, Tobias Bommer, Jochen S. Hub

2025-04-13T02:03:36+00:00 ― 8 min read

Biophysics The Role of Water in Brain Health

Discover how water balance affects brain function and health.

Nathan H. Williamson, Rea Ravin, Teddy X. Cai

2025-04-09T15:14:06+00:00 ― 9 min read

Biophysics The Hidden Role of Membraneless Organelles in Cellular Function

Discover how membraneless organelles aid in efficient cell processes.

Yumeng Zhang, Jared Zheng, Bin Zhang

2025-04-08T19:54:33+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics The Science Behind How We Walk

Discover how our body and brain work together for walking.

Maarten Afschrift, Dinant Kistemaker, Friedl De Groote

2025-04-08T00:35:00+00:00 ― 7 min read

Biophysics The Impact of Cell Shape Changes on Health

Exploring how cell shape transformations affect disease and healing processes.

Ewa K Paluch, W. Poenisch, I. Yanakieva

2025-03-27T04:13:03+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics Protein Folding: The Key to Life's Machines

Discover the fascinating process of protein folding and its importance in our bodies.

Qing Luan, Patricia L. Clark

2025-03-24T23:45:42+00:00 ― 5 min read

Biophysics Cnot4: The Key Protein in Obesity Research

New insights into Cnot4's role offer hope for obesity treatments.

Tomokazu Yamaguchi, Midori Hoshizaki, Yumiko Imai

2025-03-20T06:34:03+00:00 ― 5 min read

Biophysics The Role of Membrane Curvature in Cell Functions

Membrane curvature influences protein interactions and cellular activities significantly.

Joakim Stenhammar, H. Wennerström, E. Sparr

2025-03-15T05:05:27+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics The Complex Role of Growth Hormone and Prolactin in Breast Cancer

Exploring the dual roles of GH and PRL in cancer dynamics.

Chen Chen, Jing Jiang, Tejeshwar C. Rao

2025-03-09T05:31:39+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics The Heart's Conductor: Sinoatrial Node Insights

Discover the role of the sinoatrial node in heart rhythms and health.

Akihiro Okamura, Isabella K He, Michael Wang

2025-03-07T20:23:51+00:00 ― 7 min read

Biophysics New Method Reveals Dance of Particles in Cells

Scientists track particle movements in cells, uncovering complex behaviors with novel techniques.

G. Nardi, M. Santos Sano, M. Bilay

2025-03-06T11:16:03+00:00 ― 8 min read

Biophysics The Secrets of Gastruloids: Mini-Embryos Uncovered

Discover how tiny gastruloids mimic early embryo development.

David Oriola, Gabriel Torregrosa-Cortés, Krisztina Arató

2025-03-05T21:27:48+00:00 ― 5 min read

Biophysics New Insights into Protein Management in Yeast Cells

Research reveals how yeast cells handle misfolded proteins under stress.

Mark C Leake, S. Lecinski, J. A. L. Howard

2025-02-28T22:44:51+00:00 ― 5 min read

Biophysics The Hidden World of DNA Methylation

Discover the secret role of DNA methylation in gene expression and health.

Xiaoyan Xie, Minmin Liu, X. Edward Zhou

2025-02-28T06:10:57+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics Cell Membranes and Crosslinkers: The Dynamic Duo

Discover the critical roles of cell membranes and crosslinkers in cellular function.

Jichul Kim

2025-02-27T13:37:03+00:00 ― 7 min read

Biophysics G-Quadruplexes: The Unsung Heroes of Protein Folding

G-quadruplexes play a key role in ensuring proteins fold correctly, especially under stress.

Zijue Huang, Kingshuk Ghosh, Frederick Stull

2025-02-25T14:41:00+00:00 ― 7 min read

Biophysics The Role of PIEZO1 Channels in Biological Functions

PIEZO1 channels help cells detect mechanical signals for various bodily functions.

Medha M Pathak, A. T. Ly, J. A. Freites

2025-02-24T16:35:48+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics The Intricate Role of Membrane Proteins

Membrane proteins are vital for cell functions and interactions with lipid membranes.

Margaret Ellen Johnson, Y. Fu, A. Beaven

2025-02-24T05:33:12+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics The Art and Science of Protein Design

Discover how scientists create and improve proteins for various applications.

Yehlin Cho, Justas Dauparas, Kotaro Tsuboyama

2025-02-23T15:44:57+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics The Strong Link: Biotin and Streptavidin

Discover the powerful connection between biotin and streptavidin in biochemistry.

Aleksandra L. Ptaszek, Sarah Kratzwald, Filip Sagan

2025-02-21T19:34:33+00:00 ― 5 min read

Biophysics Revolutionizing Cell Imaging: Soft X-ray Tomography

Soft X-ray tomography allows scientists to see cells in 3D without damage.

Stephen O’Connor, David Rogers, Maryna Kobylynska

2025-02-19T09:35:54+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics Molecular Glues: The Future of Drug Design

Molecular glues promise new therapies by targeting hard-to-reach proteins.

Xing Che

2025-02-19T06:50:15+00:00 ― 5 min read

Biophysics Bacterial Colonies: New Insights Through Advanced Modeling

Discover how innovative models are changing our understanding of bacterial communities.

Bryan Verhoef, Rutger Hermsen, Joost de Graaf

2025-02-18T00:28:06+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics The Science Behind Walking: Balance and Movement

Discover the surprising mechanics of walking and staying balanced.

Tomislav Baček, Denny Oetomo, Ying Tan

2025-02-17T02:22:54+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics Understanding AL Amyloidosis: The Role of Light Chains

A look into how light chains contribute to AL amyloidosis.

Carlo Camilloni, C. Paissoni, S. Puri

2025-02-10T13:00:51+00:00 ― 5 min read

Biophysics A New Method for Cryo-EM Data Processing

DRGN-AI revolutionizes structural analysis of biomolecules in cryo-EM.

Ellen D Zhong, A. Levy, M. Grzadkowski

2025-02-10T07:29:33+00:00 ― 5 min read

Biophysics The Hidden Importance of Biomolecular Condensates

Discover how tiny cell droplets impact life processes.

Iris B. A. Smokers, Enrico Lavagna, Rafael V. M. Freire

2025-02-08T08:33:30+00:00 ― 7 min read

Biophysics Unraveling the Mysteries of Menin

Learn how mutations in the menin protein affect health and disease.

Qian Zhang, Hao Wang, Xiaohui Chen

2025-02-07T07:42:39+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics Boltz-1: Advancing Biomolecular Modeling

A new model predicts complex biomolecular interactions with improved accuracy.

Jeremy Wohlwend, Gabriele Corso, Saro Passaro

2025-02-01T16:25:48+00:00 ― 9 min read

Biophysics The Cephalic Furrow: A Key to Embryonic Development

Discover how mechanical forces shape life from the very start.

Redowan A. Niloy, Guo-Jie J. Gao, Michael C. Holcomb

2025-01-29T00:05:00+00:00 ― 7 min read

Biophysics The Hidden Battle: Microbes and Resistance

Uncovering how microbes adapt and compete in changing environments.

Lluís Hernández-Navarro, Kenneth Distefano, Uwe C. Täuber

2025-01-28T10:16:45+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics The Importance of Protein Homeostasis in Health

Learn how proteins are maintained in cells and their impact on diseases.

Jordan M. Mancl, Wenguang G. Liang, Nicholas L. Bayhi

2025-01-27T17:42:51+00:00 ― 6 min read

Biophysics The Hidden Bias in Protein Structure Models

Binding sites get more attention, leaving other protein parts overlooked.

Stephanie A. Wankowicz

2025-01-22T21:45:33+00:00 ― 6 min read