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During embryonic development, cells are tasked with the critical functions of growth, expansion, and migration to form tissues and organs in a meticulously orchestrated manner. This intricate process is governed by numerous intracellular pathways—specifically, complex signaling cascades within a cell—that aim to ensure controlled growth and prevent unregulated proliferation, which could lead to malformations or cancers. A significant pathway involved in these regulatory mechanisms is the PTEN/PI3K axis, representing a sophisticated network of chemical processes designed to maintain balance and homeostasis within cellular environments. The PTEN gene, when mutated, often results in the overactivity of PI3K. This disruption creates an…

Image source: Discovery Institute. I’m reading a fascinating book, The Immortal Mind: A Neurosurgeon’s Case for the Existence of the Soul, by neurosurgeon Michael Egnor and science writer Denyse O’Leary, both of whose bylines you will recognize from Evolution News. You can pre-order it now, by May 31, and get a number of free items along with it, including a full PDF of the anthology Minding the Brain. See here for more details. The book will be published on June 3, 2025. It opens with a very personal account by Dr. Egnor of an experience he had in the chapel of a Catholic hospital. It…

The understanding of seismic activity and its correlation with natural phenomena such as tidal forces have taken a significant leap forward with recent research surrounding the Anninghe fault zone, situated on the southeastern margin of the Tibetan Plateau. The study, spearheaded by Professor Huajian Yao and his dedicated team at the University of Science and Technology of China, utilizes advanced seismic monitoring techniques to analyze variations in seismic velocities linked to tidal interactions with the earth’s crust. This research delves deep into the mechanics of how minute fluctuations in seismic activity can reveal critical insights about fault lines and their…

The healthcare community is buzzing with anticipation as the 2025 International Conference of the American Thoracic Society (ATS) prepares to convene in San Francisco. Scheduled from May 18 to May 23, this premier event is expected to unveil groundbreaking research and developments within the fields of pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. Not only will this conference serve as a pivotal meeting point for leading experts and practitioners, but it also promises to showcase an impressive array of scientific sessions aimed at enhancing patient care and advancing medical knowledge. The ATS 2025 conference will delve deep into various scientific sessions,…

Newsletter Signup – Under Article / In Page”*” indicates required fields British pharma giant AstraZeneca, known for its cancer therapies Lynparza and Enhertu, among others, has signed deals on a number of research and development (R&D) projects across the globe. This past month, it has vowed to spend over $10 billion in Asia, particularly in China, to build Beijing into an R&D hub. However, this comes as the company’s image is being tarnished over fraud and alleged smuggling scandals.AstraZeneca signs a deal with Harbour BioMed and Syneron Bio for platform technologies The drugmaker collaborated with Chinese biotech Harbour BioMed to gain…

By Tatiana Lebedeva and Grigory Genikhovich What is this?This video shows early stages of the embryonic development of the sea anemone Nematostella vectensis. In green, you can see the dynamic localization of the β-catenin protein carrying a fluorescent tag. β-catenin is a crucial molecule during embryogenesis, serving a dual role: structurally, it helps cells stick together; functionally, it enters cell nuclei to regulate gene expression. In this video, you can clearly observe glowing cell boundaries and the nuclear translocation of β-catenin in specific embryonic cells at specific developmental stages. Where can this be found?In the wild, Nematostella vectensis inhabits shallow coastal waters along…

Throughout March and April, we are featuring articles shortlisted for the 2024 Robert May Prize. The Robert May Prize is awarded by the British Ecological Society each year for the best paper in Methods in Ecology and Evolution written by an early career author. Benjamin Van Doren’s article ‘Nighthawk: Acoustic monitoring of nocturnal bird migration in the Americas‘ is one of those shortlisted for the award. The paper What is your shortlisted paper about, and what are you seeking to answer with your research?   Migratory birds play essential roles in ecosystems, but they have experienced stark population declines in recent decades. Most…

HOUSTON – In a remarkable serendipitous encounter, a collaborative research venture led by scientists from Rice University, the University of Cambridge, and Stanford University has significantly advanced the production of PEDOT:PSS, a composite polymer that has become vital in both biomedical applications and computing technologies. For more than two decades, the traditional technique for enhancing the material’s stability involved the addition of a chemical crosslinker, a method that complicated manufacturing processes and potentially introduced variability into the final product’s performance. However, the recent innovation spurred by doctoral student Siddharth Doshi’s experimentation suggests a more efficient pathway. During his research focused…

A groundbreaking advancement in Alzheimer’s disease detection is making waves in the medical community, with researchers from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and Lund University in Sweden announcing the development of a blood test that not only diagnoses Alzheimer’s but also stages its progression. This study, published in the esteemed journal Nature Medicine, represents a significant advancement in our ability to identify the severity of this neurodegenerative disorder through a relatively non-invasive method: a simple blood draw. For decades, the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s has been a challenging endeavor, particularly because the symptoms, such as cognitive decline and…

Researchers have made significant strides in protein science through the development of advanced artificial intelligence models, namely InstaNovo and InstaNovo+. These innovations are tailored to address prevalent challenges in the field, paving the way for advancements in personalized medicine, drug discovery, and diagnostics. In a world where AI is rapidly evolving, particularly in biotechnology, these new models are poised to redefine how scientists interact with vast datasets in proteomics, leading to improved insights and more effective treatments. Proteomics, the large-scale study of proteins, involves collecting enormous quantities of protein data that scientists use to compare against samples. These data repositories…