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UB researchers have identified new functions in the ataxin 3 gene (ATXN3) –which causes Machado-Joseph disease, the most common type of ataxia– in the development of retina photoreceptors.

Studies reveal that the mitochondria can be made dysfunctional due to changes in gravity.

Scientists in pursuit of a carbon-neutral economy need suitable catalysts to achieve this goal. But it appears it's not only about finding the right material but also their orientation.

Researchers are developing a novel set of tools that aim to reduce plastic waste and production.

Scientists have revealed how stem cells are able to generate new blood cells throughout our life by looking at vast, uncharted regions of our genetic material that hold important clues to subtle biological changes in these cells.

A blood test to watch breast cancer’s "molecular clock" could help track the growth of multiple tumors around the body.

The quantum sensing abilities of nanodiamonds can be used to improve the sensitivity of paper-based diagnostic tests, potentially allowing for earlier detection of diseases such as HIV, according to a study led by UCL researchers

Responses from a recent survey reveal that cancer researchers fear advances for patients could be delayed by almost a year and a half because of the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

A simple blood test that is designed to detect more than 50 forms of cancer will be trialed by the NHS, in efforts to detect signs of the disease much earlier and treat patients before the cancer has progressed to an advanced stage.

Researchers have so far identified 12,706 mutations in SARS-CoV-2. For 398 of the mutations, there is strong evidence that they have occurred repeatedly and independently.