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How a Singular Regulatory Protein Directs Bacterial Cell Wall Remodeling

The bacterial cell wall must be constantly remodeled in order to grow and divide. This involves the close coordination of lytic enzymes and peptidoglycan synthesis.
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Billions of Nanoplastics Released When Microwaving Babyfood Containers

Exposure to particles from baby food containers kills up to 75% of cultured kidney cells.
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Study Optimizes Patient-Specific Stem Cell-Based Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease

Scientists from Scripps Research and Cardiff University made key discoveries in support of a new stem cell-based therapy for Parkinson’s disease.
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New Version of Refget Links the Hidden Dictionaries of DNA

the new version of refget has better compatibility for a range of reference genome names, formats and systems, and makes it easier than ever to retrieve verified genomic reference sequences.
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Spatial Map of the Human Intestine Created

A new, ultra-high-resolution map of cell neighborhoods proves your intestine is both functionally impressive and visually striking.
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Cellular Atlas of the Kidney Created

New research represents the most comprehensive study of cellular states, neighborhoods and outcome-associated signatures in the kidney.
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Researchers Map the Morphing Placenta

Researchers have provided the most detailed description to date of how genetically mismatched maternal and fetal cells cooperate to restructure uterine arteries.
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Collagen Changes Explain “Leathery” Look of Skin After Excess Sun

When exposed to too much ultraviolet radiation, collagen fibers become more tightly packed together.
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T-Cell Monitoring Could Help To Prevent Type 1 Diabetes

According to research, analyzing T cells in the blood can help identify people at risk of developing type 1 diabetes.
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Scientists Identify Cells That Correct Errors During Spatial Navigation

Researchers at Harvard Medical School have identified a specific group of neurons in a brain region involved in navigation that undergo bursts of activity when mice running a maze veer off course and correct their error.
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