Researchers have created an early map of some of the human body's estimated 37.2 trillion cells. Each type of cell has a ...
The body's tissues can get injured in many ways, but while some injuries heal perfectly, others don't heal at all. A cut in ...
Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...
Hormones coordinate different body functions by carrying messages through the bloodstream to target cells and tissues. Hormonal imbalances occur through inadequate or excess hormone synthesis, which ...
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), manmade chemicals that accumulate in the body over time, have been linked to liver disease and cancer, but it is not yet clear how they cause damage.
Spaceflight makes certain human stem cells age faster, a study finds, furthering the understanding of the possible effects of ...