Stem cell transplants can be tough, especially for kids. But what if we could get them ready before the big procedure? That's where prehabilitation comes in. It's like a health boost to help kids bounce back faster. For adults, it's been a game-changer. But for children? Not so clear yet. Researche
Cells have tiny doors called membrane rafts. These doors let in signals from the outside. These signals start big chemical activities inside the cell. But seeing these doors in action is hard. They are very small and always moving. Scientists have a new way to watch these doors. They use a special
Stem cell transplants can be tough on the body. People who go through this process often need a lot of support. A new idea called SMILe-ICM is trying to help. It uses digital health tools to make care better for patients. This idea started in Switzerland and Germany. It showed good results. Patient
Cells in our body are like students in a school, each with the potential to become a teacher, doctor, or engineer. But how do they choose their path? Recent research sheds light on how certain molecules, called linker histones, guide blood cells to become either immune fighters (lymphoid) or helpers
Cells in our body are always busy. They divide and decide what to become. This process is like a well-choreographed dance. It is directed by tiny managers called cell cycle regulators. These managers use special signals to control when and how cells divide. Think of them as traffic cops. They make s
Cells have clever ways to handle stress. They use special proteins to manage changes inside and outside the cell. These proteins, known as lysine acetyltransferases (KATs) and deacetyltransferases (KDACs), play a big role in how cells react to stress. They do this by adding or removing tiny chemical
Cells are the building blocks of life, and their growth is crucial for an organism's survival. This growth depends on a mix of metabolic processes, available nutrients, and signaling pathways. One key player in this process is an enzyme called CTPS. It is vital for making nucleotides, the building b
Cells in our bodies have a gender identity, which is crucial for understanding health differences between males and females. This might sound surprising, but it's true. Every cell in our body, not just reproductive cells, carries sex chromosomes that influence how our organs develop and function. Th
Cell movement is a complex ballet. Two key players in this dance are CXCR4 and ACKR3. Both respond to a chemical signal called CXCL12. However, they lead cells in different directions and have unique ways of getting the job done. CXCR4 is the straightforward leader. It directly tells cells to move
Stem cells are the body's raw materials. They have the remarkable ability to develop into many different cell types. This ability is what makes them so exciting for medical research. One type of stem cell is called adipose-derived stem cells, or ADSCs. These come from fat tissue. They are a typ
