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The sudden slowdown of a star in 2020 provides an opportunity to test the “anti-glitch” theory. On October 5th, 2020, a rapidly rotating remnant of a long-dead star located approximately 30,000 light-years away from our planet experienced a sudden change in speed. In a cosmic instant, it...

The ability of intestinal stem cells to preserve the cellular equilibrium in the gut diminishes with age. Scientists at the University of Helsinki have identified a novel interaction between the adaptation of intestinal stem cells to nutrients and the aging process. The finding may make a difference...

Researchers have uncovered the 3D structure of RBP3, a key protein in vision, revealing how it transports retinoids and fatty acids and how its dysfunction may lead to retinal diseases. Proteins play a critical role in the human body, acting as essential structural and functional components of cells...

New genomic analysis findings could help inform breeding efforts for apples that are tastier and more resilient. A comprehensive new study comparing the genomes of species within the Malus genus, including the domesticated apple and its wild relatives, has uncovered how these species are related and...