eLife Science Digests

Cutting jargon and putting research in context, digests showcase some of the latest articles published in eLife.

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  1. Interfering with gene expression

    Experiments in roundworms reveal various factors that influence how effective RNA interference is at switching off certain genes.

  2. Underlying mechanisms of sepsis

    ATP released from bacteria influences the immune response in mice with sepsis.

  3. Expanding the knowledge of electrical synapses

    A new approach known as expansion microscopy helps dissect the organization of a structure that allows neurons to exchange signals via direct cell-cell connections.

  4. Sugar spikes COVID-19 risk

    High blood sugar in people with diabetes contributes to more severe COVID-19 by making it easier for the virus to infect cells.

  5. Measures of brain activity

    Research in rats sheds new light on how changes in blood flow in the brain relate to the activities of brain cells.

  6. Stronger together

    Combining two drugs that target separate biological pathways involved in the emergence of a deadly type of brain cancer helps to reduce tumor growth in cancer models.

  7. Tolerance and resistance

    Certain genetic mutations affecting the metabolism of bacteria may enable them to develop tolerance to antibiotics.

  8. Altered activity in motor disease

    Neural activity in the mouse cerebellum aligns with the presentation of motor function or dysfunction, identifying a potential target for therapy.
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