Vimentin, a crucial part of the cell's skeleton, is getting a fast-track makeover. Scientists have developed new tools to swiftly alter vimentin's position within cells, either throughout the entire cytoplasm or in specific areas. These tools use light or drugs to attach vimentin to tiny cellular mo
Ever wondered why stepping over a puddle feels different than stepping to catch yourself from a stumble? It turns out, our brains use different muscle patterns for these actions. Researchers decided to dig into this by studying three types of steps: reactive steps (like catching yourself from a fall
Trail runners often use poles, but how they affect energy use and foot strength, especially after a long run, isn't well understood. A recent study looked into this by examining how using poles changes the amount of energy spent moving upward and the force exerted by the feet during uphill walking.
Ever wondered how seals can swim so deep and for so long without passing out? Scientists wanted to know too. They thought it had something to do with carbon dioxide (CO2) levels in the seals' bodies. After all, in humans, high CO2 levels trigger the urge to breathe. But seals don't seem to have this
ALS, or Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, is a tough disease that affects motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord. It's a challenge for scientists to understand the molecular pathways involved in ALS and other neurological diseases. In a recent study, researchers took a closer look at two types of
Scientists have been using a powerful new tool to fight cancer. Now, they are testing it on a different kind of battle: rheumatoid arthritis (RA). This therapy, called CAR-T cell treatment, gives immune cells superpowers to fight diseases. In RA, the body's defense system turns against itself, causi
Plants have a clever way of staying strong and flexible. They make something called polysaccharide-based primary cell walls. These walls are like a super-strong net that helps plants grow and protects them from harm. But how exactly do these walls work? Scientists are still figuring that out. The w
Microbes are everywhere, even in freezing places like glaciers. Some of these cold-loving microbes have special proteins called CryoRhodopsins, or CryoRs for short. These proteins are like tiny sensors that help the microbes detect ultraviolet (UV) light. What makes CryoRs unique is a special amino
Death Stranding 2 is a game that's hard to love, but it's easy to appreciate. The core gameplay is simple: you play as Sam, a delivery guy who carries packages across a vast, open world. It's not the most exciting premise, but there's something oddly satisfying about it. The game's unique mechanics
The human body is a complex machine, and scientists are always finding new ways it works. Recently, they discovered that fats, or lipids, can change how certain immune cells behave. These cells, called T cells, are like tiny soldiers in our body. They fight off infections and keep us healthy. But so
