Unprecedented atlas explores mitochondria across the tree of life
The protein catalogue gives a dynamic picture of the mitochondria, beyond what was known from humans and yeast.…
A protective brain enzyme may counteract aging-associated cognitive decline
Cinzia Vicidomini, PhD, and Amar Sahay, PhD, of the Mass General Brigham Department of Psychiatry, the Harvard Stem…
Targeting mitochondrial vulnerabilities could help treat triple-negative breast cancer
A deeper understanding of mitochondrial function could create new opportunities for treating triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), one of…
Ultra-processed vs whole foods: What’s the metabolic impact?
Share on PinterestUltra-processed foods may alter insulin responses differently compared to less processed foods with similar nutrients, a…
High expression of CTDNEP1 gene linked to poorer kidney cancer survival
Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is the most common form of kidney cancer, accounting for about 90% of kidney…
Skin biopsy offers less invasive diagnosis for mitochondrial disease
Researchers at Children’s Hospital Colorado (Children’s Colorado) and the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine have published…
Popular Joint Supplement Tied to Faster Decline in Alzheimer’s Patients
Glucosamine, a widely used over-the-counter supplement for joint pain, may worsen outcomes in people with Alzheimer’s disease and…
Study Finds Natural Dairy Trans Fats Behave Very Differently From Industrial Fats
Milk, cheese, butter, and yogurt contain natural trans fats that appear to behave differently from the industrial kind.…
Five lipids revealed a divide between active and inactive pregnancies
A closer look at the placental lipidome reveals molecular differences between active and inactive pregnancies, offering new clues…
Fluorescent sensors could help researchers see diabetes in action
Researchers from the University of Bath have developed fluorescent molecular probes that can detect changes in glucose levels…
Could the Mediterranean diet protect the brain through the gut?
From microbial metabolites to inflammation and the blood-brain barrier, researchers trace how Mediterranean eating could influence neurodegeneration, while…
First foods bring an early functional shift in the infant gut microbiome
Paired microbiome samples reveal that milk-feeding patterns and the transition to solid foods coincide with surprisingly early changes…