A new structure in human cells has been discovered. The structure is a new type of protein complex that the cell uses to attach to its surroundings and proves to play a key part in cell division.

The cell is the structural and functional unit of living organisms. It was discovered by Robert Hooke in 1665.

Late-onset Alzheimer's disease (LOAD) is the most common form of dementia, with symptoms appearing after age 65. Since ...

The hippocampus is an important brain region known to support various cognitive (i.e., mental) processes, including the ...

The key features of cells and their functions - OCR 21st Century Plant cells All living organisms are made of cells. Some contain only one cell. Others are multicellular and contain many cells.

The cell nucleus is an important organelle found in eukaryotic cells. Its roles include regulating all activity such as cellular metabolism and growth in addition to storing and maintaining the ...

Yale researchers and their colleagues in Hungary have discovered that cells in the hypothalamus — an area of the brain that controls functions like hunger and body temperature — play a major role in ...

Series 03 July 2025 Structure–function The functions of biomolecules, including lipids, nucleic acids and especially proteins are determined to a great extent by their structure.

For life to function, cell membranes must remain intact. When these fragile barriers are damaged—for instance by heat or ...

Our cells produce a variety of proteins, each with a specific role that, in many cases, means that they need to be in a ...

Many cells in multicellular organisms are specialised. They have specific roles in the organism of which they are part. Their structure is adapted to their function. They are often grouped ...