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The RNA binding protein FMRP regulates the synthesis of synaptic and nuclear proteins within different compartments of a neuron.

The gene RARRES3 uses an unexpected strategy to eliminate the parasite Toxoplasma gondii from human cells.

In the common sunflower, patterns of UV-absorbing pigments are controlled by a newly identified regulatory region and may be under the influence of environmental factors.

The spike protein of SARS-CoV-2 triggers macrophages and epithelial cells to produce excess levels of pro-inflammatory molecules, which can do more harm than good.

Triggered activity bursts in place cells can increase and decrease the strength of some inputs.

Regrowing new body parts requires neural input to restore appropriately sized limbs in salamanders.

A structure that helps algae photosynthesize when carbon dioxide levels are low may also play a role during hyperoxia conditions.

Investigating how an artificial network of neurons controls a simulated arm suggests that rotational patterns of activity in the motor cortex may rely on sensory feedback from the moving limb.

A mathematical model provides clues as to why members of a group divide tasks between them even when specialisation reduces the performance of individuals.

A new protocol step improves robustness and ease-of-use for mass spectrometry in the clinic, opening the door to mass deployment to monitor infectious agents.