The structure and function of key prokaryotic cell structures. Prokaryotes have ribosomes but they are smaller and structurally simpler than those in eukaryotic cells. These non-membrane-bound ...

To move, these migratory cells rely on filopodia—sensitive, finger-like protrusions that reach out from the cell membrane into ... of proteins that give them structure and strength.

The basic structure of a plant cell is shown below. Photosynthesis relies on many structures in the cell all working together, each playing its role. The diagram below shows the same plant cell ...

Membrane proteins are proteins found in cell membranes, either at the surface ... the process of oligomer formation of the transmembrane pore structure has not yet been elucidated.

In this manuscript the authors established a novel three-dimensional culture system for stratified epithelia that allows epithelial cells to undergo epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT) and ...

Feb. 4, 2025 — Research has shown that a potential new targeted therapy for childhood brain cancer is effective in infiltrating and killing tumor cells in preclinical models tested in mice.

The pleura (plural: pleurae) is a two-layered membrane that covers the lung. Between the layers is a small amount of ... Pleural fluid is secreted by the specialized cells in the pleura called ...

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Jan. 23, 2025 — There's a downside to being a powerful alpha male -- at least if you're a baboon. Studies show that despite their high rank, the No. 1 males in baboon society are also some of ...

This biomimetic robot, powered by bacteria in water, can collect water temperature, pollution levels, biological and craft ...