Plants, like all living things, face stress. One way they cope is by using a tiny molecule called glutathione. This molecule helps protect plants from damage caused by oxidation, a process that can harm proteins. But how does this work exactly? Researchers found that when plants are under stress, l
Cerium, a key player in the world of catalysts, has a fascinating story to tell. It's all about how it changes form during a crucial chemical reaction. Scientists have been watching this drama unfold on the surface of ceria, a compound made from cerium and oxygen. The main characters in this stor
Mitochondria are the powerhouses of cells, and they are always changing shape. Why they do this has been a mystery. Scientists looked at yeast cells growing in different foods. They found that the shape of mitochondria and their activity do not go hand in hand. Cells can have different mitochondrial
Insulin is a crucial player in how our bodies handle sugar. It sends signals to our muscles to absorb glucose from the bloodstream. For a long time, scientists thought insulin boosted the production of hydrogen peroxide in muscle cells. This would then tweak certain proteins, affecting how insulin w
