Apoptosis is triggered many different ways, but they all ultimately activate enzymes known as caspases that disrupt a cell’s DNA, organelles, and cytoskeleton. Caspases also recruit other cells to eat ...

A library of guide RNAs—each targeting a unique gene for CRISPR-based interference and carrying a unique barcode sequence—is introduced into a population of cells at a concentration that results in ...

At the point of infusion, and at various time points after, blood is drawn to monitor the efficacy of the T-cell therapy. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of ...

Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) cell therapies are a rapidly developing potential therapeutic option for patients with cancer and autoimmune diseases. But what does CAR therapy look like and what are ...

Cell adhesion is the process by which cells form contacts with each other or with their substratum through specialized protein complexes. Intercellular adhesion can be mediated by adherens ...

Most cell signals are chemical in nature. For example, prokaryotic organisms have sensors that detect nutrients and help them navigate toward food sources. In multicellular organisms, growth ...

The process of meiosis happens in the male and female reproductive organs. As a cell divides to form gametes: ...

This page provides educational resources, events, news and products related to gene and cell therapy. Content will cover aspects from the techniques and technologies used, to the increasing numbers of ...

A solar cell is made of two types of semiconductors, called p-type and n-type silicon. The p-type silicon is produced by adding atoms—such as boron or gallium—that have one less electron in their ...

Interphase The cell spends most of its life in this phase. The DNA in chromosomes copies itself ready for mitosis. Prophase The DNA in chromosomes and their copies condenses to become more visible.

Assistant Professor Anthony Tan, PhD student He Shan and Professor Antonio Bertoletti monitor the effectiveness of T-cell immunotherapy using their newly developed test Disclaimer: AAAS and ...