Male infertility is a major issue worldwide and its causes remain unclear. Now, an international team of researchers led by Hiroki Shibuya at the RIKEN Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research (BDR) in ...

A new study provides unprecedented insights into the cellular architecture of over 200 species of plankton using ultrastructure expansion microscopy. Dudin had been working with this particular group ...

Yogurt contains many nutrients that may contribute to reducing the risk of heart disease and osteoporosis, as well as supporting weight management. Yogurt is a popular dairy product made by the ...

Bacterial vaginosis affects one third of reproductive-aged women, and recurrence is common. Evidence of sexual exchange of bacterial vaginosis–associated organisms between partners suggests that ...

In biology, seeing can lead to understanding, and researchers in Professor Edward Boyden's lab at the McGovern Institute for Brain Research are committed to bringing life into sharper focus. With a ...

Abstract: Despite advances in ultrathin cutting, serial sections in electron microscopy (EM) still exhibit noticeable anisotropy, with much lower z-axis resolution compared with the other two axes. As ...

Tulip Tree (Liriodendron tulipifera) towering over its neighbors in the Cambridge University Botanic Garden. This Tulip Tree is listed as a Champion Tree by The Tree Register of The British Isles.

Cellulitis is a common bacterial skin infection that can cause skin to become painful and discolored. If left untreated, the infection can spread and cause serious complications. There are over 14 ...

Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) occurs when large numbers of bacteria colonize the small intestine. It can cause bloating, diarrhea, or constipation. Treatment options include antibiotics ...

The blood system is supported by hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells (HSPCs) found in a specialized microenvironment called the niche. Many different niche cell types support HSPCs, however how ...