Researchers have used two primary methods to assess cell morphology: microscopy and flow cytometry. Microscopic examination mostly relies on image interpretation, where the human eye analyzes cell ...

Scientists propose that the eukaryotic branch of this family tree formed when two prokaryotes, an ancient bacterium and archaeal cell, merged, forming a symbiotic relationship maintained over time. 1 ...

Intrigued by the unique combination of genetic and structural traits in archaeal cells—particularly their proteinaceous surface layer instead of a rigid cell wall—researchers from Brandeis ...