Human Cells

A recent study by UC Davis researchers has unveiled specific cell clusters in the amygdala that could provide insights into treating anxiety and depression. By examining these cell types in both humans and non-human primates, the research opens pathways for targeted therapies. Notably, FOXP2-expressing cells could serve as vital targets for new dru...

Growing tissues in labs on Earth can be a challenging task as gravity pulls cells into contact with the bottom of a plate or dish.

Recent research has shed light on how "selfish DNA," particularly LINE-1 transposons, plays a key role in early human development. Once viewed primarily as harmful, these elements have now been found to be essential for the normal formation and specialisation of cells during the embryo's early stages. Blocking their activity causes developmental di...

A recent study has highlighted the potential of metformin, a commonly used diabetes medication, in slowing the ageing process in monkeys. Published in Cell on 12 September, the research shows that daily doses of metformin can preserve cognitive function and delay the ageing effects on various tissues, particularly the brain. This study brings forwa...

Scientists have achieved a breakthrough by reversing ageing in mouse egg cells, a discovery that could lead to advancements in human fertility treatments. By implanting aged eggs into younger follicles, researchers observed significant improvements in egg cell health and function. This innovative approach may pave the way for new methods to address...

Scientists have created nanorobots that could revolutionise the treatment of brain aneurysms by delivering clot-forming drugs directly to the weakened vessel area, reducing the risk of stroke. These robots, smaller than blood cells, were successfully tested in rabbits. The nanobots are guided using magnetic fields and heat, which release the drug a...

In a landmark achievement, Harvard University and Google have developed the most detailed brain map ever created. This innovative project focused on a cubic millimeter of human cerebral cortex, a sample taken during an epilepsy surgery in 2014. Over a decade, biologists and machine-learning experts meticulously mapped approximately 57,000 cells and...

Pakistan's jailed former premier Imran Khan has claimed that he is being caged like a "terrorist", and was denied basic prisoner and human rights in a "death cell" at a high-security jail.

Researchers tried to recreate ligaments that tether the skin in humans, by using tiny ropes of flexible collagen and elastane.

With the emergence of a revolutionary biocomputer harnessing the power of living brain cells, the convergence of technology and biology heralds a transformative shift in computing efficiency and environmental impact.

New research published in Aging Cell suggests that epigenetic clocks, used to measure biological age based on genetic modifications, may be less accurate due to daily variations.

The groundbreaking technology addresses a critical concern in cancer therapy. Many effective cancer drugs carry the potential side effect of heart damage.

It may soon be possible to coax human skin cells into becoming functional eggs and sperm using a technique known as "in vitro gametogenesis". This involves the creation (genesis) of eggs and sperm (gametes) outside the human body.

This research paves the way for potential advancements in bio-computing, hinting at the prospect of more efficient systems compared to traditional computers.

Anthrobots, constructed from human tracheal cells, are bio-robots that possess self-assembly capabilities, enabling movement and promoting the growth of neurons.

A recent study by UC Davis researchers has unveiled specific cell clusters in the amygdala that could provide insights into treating anxiety and depression. By examining these cell types in both humans and non-human primates, the research opens pathways for targeted therapies. Notably, FOXP2-expressing cells could serve as vital targets for new dru...

Growing tissues in labs on Earth can be a challenging task as gravity pulls cells into contact with the bottom of a plate or dish.

Recent research has shed light on how "selfish DNA," particularly LINE-1 transposons, plays a key role in early human development. Once viewed primarily as harmful, these elements have now been found to be essential for the normal formation and specialisation of cells during the embryo's early stages. Blocking their activity causes developmental di...

A recent study has highlighted the potential of metformin, a commonly used diabetes medication, in slowing the ageing process in monkeys. Published in Cell on 12 September, the research shows that daily doses of metformin can preserve cognitive function and delay the ageing effects on various tissues, particularly the brain. This study brings forwa...

Scientists have achieved a breakthrough by reversing ageing in mouse egg cells, a discovery that could lead to advancements in human fertility treatments. By implanting aged eggs into younger follicles, researchers observed significant improvements in egg cell health and function. This innovative approach may pave the way for new methods to address...

Scientists have created nanorobots that could revolutionise the treatment of brain aneurysms by delivering clot-forming drugs directly to the weakened vessel area, reducing the risk of stroke. These robots, smaller than blood cells, were successfully tested in rabbits. The nanobots are guided using magnetic fields and heat, which release the drug a...

In a landmark achievement, Harvard University and Google have developed the most detailed brain map ever created. This innovative project focused on a cubic millimeter of human cerebral cortex, a sample taken during an epilepsy surgery in 2014. Over a decade, biologists and machine-learning experts meticulously mapped approximately 57,000 cells and...

Pakistan's jailed former premier Imran Khan has claimed that he is being caged like a "terrorist", and was denied basic prisoner and human rights in a "death cell" at a high-security jail.

Researchers tried to recreate ligaments that tether the skin in humans, by using tiny ropes of flexible collagen and elastane.

With the emergence of a revolutionary biocomputer harnessing the power of living brain cells, the convergence of technology and biology heralds a transformative shift in computing efficiency and environmental impact.

New research published in Aging Cell suggests that epigenetic clocks, used to measure biological age based on genetic modifications, may be less accurate due to daily variations.

The groundbreaking technology addresses a critical concern in cancer therapy. Many effective cancer drugs carry the potential side effect of heart damage.

It may soon be possible to coax human skin cells into becoming functional eggs and sperm using a technique known as "in vitro gametogenesis". This involves the creation (genesis) of eggs and sperm (gametes) outside the human body.

This research paves the way for potential advancements in bio-computing, hinting at the prospect of more efficient systems compared to traditional computers.

Anthrobots, constructed from human tracheal cells, are bio-robots that possess self-assembly capabilities, enabling movement and promoting the growth of neurons.