Many people know that what a mother eats or drinks during pregnancy can affect a baby's development. But what about the father? Recent studies have shed light on how a dad's health and habits can influence his child's future. One surprising factor is the medication he takes, especially during the time he is making sperm. Valproate is a drug often prescribed to manag...

CTNNB1 disorder is a neurological condition that affects many people. It is caused by a problem with a gene called CTNNB1. This gene is important for brain development. When it doesn't work right, it can lead to a range of neurological issues. Scientists have created special stem cells from two people with this disorder. These stem cells are called induced pluripoten...

Cells are busy places. They need to keep their proteins in order which means fixing or removing the damaged ones and ensuring the healthy ones continue to do what they need to for the cell to live. This is done by a process known as protein homeostasis. When something goes wrong, proteins collect damage. This damage is caused by things like reactive molecules and cel...