Shafaq Zia

Shafaq Zia

Articles by Shafaq Zia

Microscopy image of blue stained cohesin proteins.

Mutated Cohesin Throws DNA Splicing out of Whack, Resulting in Cancer

Artist's rendering of rod-shaped bacteria

Gut Microbiomes Offer Insights into Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, pumpkin pie and sides on a table

The Smell of Food Affects Metabolism in Fasting Mice

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Immune Cells Imitating Neurons Cause Pain in Mice with Tumors

Squiggly green cilia on blue human beta cells

Pancreatic Cell Cilia Wiggle to Control Insulin Release

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Nanoparticles Spur Mouse Immune System to Attack Cancer

Four study participants in t shirts and shorts sit around a table in a stainless steel chamber. All four are looking at personal electronics and wearing a breathing mask connected to a nearby machine via blue tubing.

A New Culprit in Air Pollution: Reactions Triggered by Human Skin

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Artificial Sweeteners Alter Gut Bacteria in Humans

Fluorescent microscopy of a healthy intestinal organoid and a tumor spheroid

Internal Clock Disruptions Increase Colon Cancer Risk in Mice

Artist’s rendition of light blue monkeypox viruses in front of a black background.

FDA To Stretch Monkeypox Vaccine Supply via Intradermal Injection

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How Immature Egg Cells in Ovaries Resist Aging

gray mouse drinking from water bottle in cage

“Feel-Good” Neurons Steer Mice Toward Hydration-Boosting Liquids

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December 2025, Issue 1

Wooden Neurons: An Artistic Vision of the Brain

A neurobiologist, who loves the morphology of cells, turns these shapes into works of art made from wood.

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Driving Innovation with Cell Culture Essentials

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Driving Innovation with Cell Culture Essentials

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Exploring the Inflammatory Tumor Microenvironment 

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A Comprehensive Guide to Next-Generation Sequencing

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