There are more than 200 different cell types in the human body. Each cell is specialized to perform a specific function or form a specialized tissue. When cells don’t function properly, different diseases can occur. Scientists have now conducted research that opens up a whole new world inside our cells. Every minute of every day, […]
Cells with a functioning molecular clock are better able to adapt to changes in glucose supply and recover more quickly from long-term starvation, according to a new study published in eLife. This discovery helps explain why changes in the body’s circadian rhythm, such as night shift work and jet lag, may increase the risk of […]
Some areas of the adult brain contain dormant or dormant neural stem cells that can potentially be reactivated to form new neurons. However, the transition from quiescence to proliferation is still poorly understood. A team led by scientists from the Universities of Geneva (UNIGE) and Lausanne (UNIL) has discovered the importance of cellular metabolism in […]
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is the most common chronic liver disease worldwide, sometimes with life-threatening consequences. It affects approximately 25 percent of the population and more than 80 percent of those people who are considered morbidly obese. In a study examining the link between non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and brain dysfunction, researchers from the […]
Multiple sclerosis is the most common inflammatory disease of the central nervous system, affecting around 2.8 million people worldwide. Symptoms include difficulty moving, weakness, muscle spasms, stiffness, depression and general aches and pains. So far there is no cure. Instead, treatments focus on helping patients to manage their symptoms, control flare-ups, and slow the progression […]
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