Tissues consist of a heterogeneous mixture of different cell types, complicating our understanding of their biological ...

A leader in genetics and cell biology, Susan K. Dutcher, of WashU Medicine has been elected to the National Academy of Sciences. (Photo: WashU ...

Hormone levels fluctuate like the tides, ebbing and flowing according to carefully orchestrated cycles. These hormones not only influence the body, but can cross into the brain and shape the behavior ...

Why do cats generally live longer than dogs? New research suggests that longer lifespans of mammals like cats could be linked to their bigger brains and more complex immune systems.

Microscopic command centres in our bodies called primary cilia – once thought irrelevant – could be hidden switches powering ...

Microscopic command centers in our bodies called primary cilia—once thought irrelevant—could be hidden switches powering ...

These cells coordinate bodily functions and movement quickly, often without intentional thought. They also can be affected differently by health conditions. Talk with your healthcare provider if you ...

In females, it contributes to reproductive and breast health, among other functions. Estrogen contributes to cognitive health, bone health, the function of the cardiovascular system, and other ...

There are several types of CD4 T cells that serve different functions. They are commonly divided into conventional T helper (Th) cells and regulatory T (Treg) cells. Treg cells are tasked with ...

However, once they enter the tumor environment, they are exposed to various stressors that alter their development and function, pushing them toward a dysfunctional and exhausted state. T cell ...

Peer ReviewDownload a summary of the editorial decision process including editorial decision letters, reviewer comments and author responses to feedback. Primary cilia are cell signalling and ...