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An illustration of a yeast cell (right) and a human neuron (left) showing the processes/features that are similar in the two
Infographic: Modeling Neurodegenerative Diseases with Yeast
Conservation of structures and functions between single-celled fungi and human cells allow researchers to probe the brain.
Infographic: Modeling Neurodegenerative Diseases with Yeast
Infographic: Modeling Neurodegenerative Diseases with Yeast

Conservation of structures and functions between single-celled fungi and human cells allow researchers to probe the brain.

Conservation of structures and functions between single-celled fungi and human cells allow researchers to probe the brain.

molecular biology, cell & molecular biology

Scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the unicellular yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae, known as Baker's or Brewer's yeast.
Yeast Models Provide New Insights into Neurodegenerative Diseases
Mahlon Collins | Oct 1, 2021 | 10+ min read
The single-celled fungus allows researchers to study Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, ALS and other brain diseases with unparalleled speed and scale.
Abstract illustration of DNA
Signaling Dynamics Fine-Tune Gene Expression
Ruth Williams | Sep 3, 2021 | 3 min read
The dynamic behavior of a transcriptional activator can be used to specify the activity level of its target gene, a study suggests.
Peering into the Cell
The Scientist | 1 min read
Researchers visualize the beautiful inner world of cells!
Illustration showing how yeast is used to study histone modifications
Infographic: A Yeast Model for Studying Histone Modifications
Amanda Heidt | Sep 1, 2021 | 1 min read
The methodology involves modifying histones and displaying them on the cell surface for analysis.
Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast, 3D illustration. Microscopic fungi, baker's or brewer's yeast, are used as probiotics to restore normal flora of intestine
Yeast “Mini Labs” Help Researchers Probe Histone Modifications
Amanda Heidt | Sep 1, 2021 | 3 min read
By harnessing a unique property of yeast, scientists can synthesize histones and the enzymes that modify these proteins, which spool DNA and influence gene expression.
Investigating the Immune Response Using Advanced Flow Cytometry
The Scientist | 1 min read
Discover how researchers are using flow cytometry to delve into the inner workings of the immune life cycle!
How a Centipede Survives its Own Species’ Venom
Shawna Williams | Nov 1, 2020 | 2 min read
The same toxin targets different receptors in prey and conspecifics to deliver either a lethal or non-lethal blow.
Obituary, University of Oregon, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, chromatin, chromatin reordering, chromatin reprogramming,
Molecular Biologist Jeff McKnight Dies at 36
Amanda Heidt | Oct 8, 2020 | 3 min read
The University of Oregon scientist studied the structure and function of chromatin, with the intent of designing new therapeutic tools.
Infographic: Synthetases and the Evolution of Circulatory Systems
Amber Dance | Jun 1, 2020 | 3 min read
Aminoacyl tRNA synthetases picked up new protein domains that participate in vasculature formation around the same time that organisms evolved key adaptations in the circulatory system.
Protein Synthesis Enzymes Have Evolved Additional Jobs
Amber Dance | Jun 1, 2020 | 10+ min read
Aminoacyl-tRNA synthetases, which help translate the genetic code into protein, also function in angiogenesis, fat metabolism, and more.
Colon Cancer Uses a Regenerative Playbook to Metastasize
Shawna Williams | Apr 1, 2020 | 5 min read
A study finds similarities between cells that heal wounds and those that lead deadly cancerous invasions.
Faulty Antibodies Undermine Widespread Research
Ruth Williams | Jan 30, 2020 | 4 min read
Two papers reveal that many commonly used research antibodies don’t bind as believed, highlighting the need to validate these reagents before use.
quantum biology infographic
Infographic: Quantum Explanations for Biological Phenomena
Catherine Offord | Jun 1, 2019 | 4 min read
Weird effects on the scale of subatomic particles may play roles in enzyme catalysis, photosynthesis, and avian magnetoreception.
Image of the Day: Nuclear Pore Complex
The Scientist and The Scientist Staff | Mar 20, 2018 | 1 min read
The structure has a stress-resilient architecture reminiscent of suspension bridges.
European Research Council Founder, Molecular Biologist Dies
Catherine Offord | Nov 20, 2017 | 2 min read
Fotis Kafatos, a Greek researcher famous for his work on malaria, has died at age 77.
Giant DNA Origami
Jef Akst | Sep 18, 2014 | 2 min read
Researchers create the largest 3-D DNA structures to date, many times bigger than previously constructed origami shapes.
Sleep Protection
Kerry Grens | Mar 1, 2013 | 2 min read
Inducing certain brain patterns extends non-REM sleep in mice.
Crack Control
Dan Cossins | Mar 1, 2013 | 2 min read
Nanoscale cracks in bone dissipate energy to protect against fracture, a process that appears to be regulated by the interaction of two proteins.
Breast Cancer Pioneer Dies
Jef Akst | Jan 3, 2013 | 1 min read
Elwood Jensen, whose research inspired new treatments for breast cancer, has passed away at age 92.
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