Scientists say they have built a cell from scratch for the first time that can feed, grow and replicate like a natural cell.

Nature is beautiful, powerful and essential. But nature is not always gentle. The same biological world that gives rise to ...

While many of life's mysteries remain unsolved, every biologist can describe the basic processes performed by a living organism, including energy use, reproduction, growth and development. While these ...

Inside every cell are lipid molecules that make up cellular membranes, helping organelles communicate and respond to stress.

The International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) today announced the presentation of new clinical data from the ...

Researchers have uncovered a key mechanism that helps aging cells stop dividing before they can become cancerous, identifying the DNA damage sensor ATM as the central player in this process. Credit: ...

Scientists built a synthetic cell that combines more lifelike properties than ever before — proof of concept that it’s possible to bring nonliving materials to life, or something close to it, in the ...

For decades, Jon Zehr was haunted by an organism he knew was here — but couldn’t see. It all started in the ‘90s on a ...

The list below offers a representative sample of the courses you can expect in the study of cellular and molecular biology at DePauw. From theoretical foundations to practical experiences, these ...

Mira Krendel has been appointed chair of the Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at Norton College of Medicine after serving in an interim capacity since 2023. >> Send us your company’s news ...