For years, biomolecular condensates were thought to be simple, liquid-like droplets with little internal organization. New ...

In the evolutionary history of life, the ability of a cell to separate its inner world from the external environment was an important turning point. The so-called plasma membrane lets cells control ...

After false starts and incremental gains, scientists crack the problem that made breathing impossible. Will answers come fast ...

A stiffer chassis, quieter cabin, and a little Cadillac polish.

A new LMU study shows how proteins function reliably even without a stable 3D structure—and the crucial importance not only of short sequence motifs, but also of chemical characteristics. Many ...

The genomes of phages—viruses that infect bacteria—are largely composed of "dark matter": genes that encode proteins whose functions remain unknown. Less than four years ago, a team led by Prof. Rotem ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Eve O'Neill and Kyle Fitzgerald Unlined, unpretentious, and fully ...