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“Zip Codes” Tell RNA Where to Go

26.07.2022

Molecular and Cell Biology, Evolution and Development, Genetics

Weizmann Institute scientists solve the riddle of how RNA molecules get to their designated locations

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Creating the Cells That Can Be Everything and More

12.07.2022

Stem Cells, Molecular and Cell Biology, Immunology, Evolution and Development, Genetics

Removing a newly discovered “lock” from DNA’s packaging can restore limitless abilities to early cells

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Curbing Candida: The Cells That Keep Fungal Infections at Bay

27.06.2022

Viruses & Microorganisms, Molecular and Cell Biology, Immunology

Without cells that spur on the specialized antifungal units, the fight against a common infection is a lost cause

Scent of a Friend

Scent of a Friend

24.06.2022

Brain & Behavior, Evolution and Development

Similarities in body odor may contribute to social bonding

Changing the Channel: Study Sheds New Light on a Promising Antidepressant

Changing the Channel: Study Sheds New Light on a Promising Antidepressant

31.05.2022

Brain & Behavior, Molecular and Cell Biology, Disease, Drugs & Diagnostics, Genetics

A newly revealed mechanism of ketamine’s action on potassium channels in neurons may lead to improved therapies for depression

Settled at Birth: Blood Vessels Remember Their Origins

Settled at Birth: Blood Vessels Remember Their Origins

25.05.2022

Stem Cells, Systems Biology, Molecular and Cell Biology, Evolution and Development

Blood vessels originating from lymphatic vessels were found to be tailored to specific functions

Rewriting the Classics

Rewriting the Classics

18.05.2022

Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology, Evolution and Development, Genetics

Weizmann scientists breathe new life into one of the cell’s most classic and best-researched metabolic pathways

Transperons in action

Genetic Bundles of Joy

10.05.2022

Molecular and Cell Biology, Evolution and Development, Genetics

New study reveals a genetic regulation mechanism in eukaryotes ensuring that proteins that work together are expressed together

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Breakfast of Champions

26.04.2022

Organic Chemistry, Nutrition, Evolution and Development, Environment, Climate

A new study reveals how microscopic algae became exceptionally nutritious over time, driving evolution forward

Prof. Yosef Shaul. A lifelong quest

Spiking the Particle

25.04.2022

Viruses & Microorganisms, Disease, Drugs & Diagnostics, Technology & Applications, Yeda Technology Transfer, Benefiting Humanity, Biotechnology, Diagnostic Techniques and Drugs

FDA approves third-generation hepatitis B vaccine based on Weizmann research

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