The human genome is contained within the nucleus of cells. The genome is well protected, but many things can cause DNA damage, including aging, some drugs, and environmental factors like UV rays or ...

Human noroviruses, GII.4 strains in particular, are the chief drivers of acute viral gastroenteritis around the world, a ...

RNA is one of the bodies most vital molecules, and it comes in a few forms. For example, messenger RNA fills an essential role in gene expression by copying the sequences of active genes, which are ...

Artist’s depiction of a newly discovered cellular mechanism in which protein droplets safeguard regions of the genome that are notably susceptible to DNA repair mistakes. Disclaimer: AAAS and ...

A team at Harvard Medical School has identified a novel mechanism of DNA repair that occurs exclusively in neurons, which are some of the longest-lived cells in the body. The research, conducted in ...

Recovery peptides, a category of short-chain amino acids, have recently gained attention for their potential implications in scientific research. These peptides, characterized by their regenerative ...