Lysosomes break down macromolecules into their constituent parts, which are then recycled. These membrane-bound organelles contain a variety of enzymes called hydrolases that can digest proteins ...

The STING protein, known for helping cells fight viral infections by generating inflammation, also appears to function as a ...

Kanazawa University, report in Nature Communications how the targeted suppression of lysosome function may lead to brain cancer therapy.

Lysosomes are membrane-bound organelles in cells that act as recycling centers—breaking down waste materials, damaged organelles, and unwanted molecules using powerful digestive enzymes.