The human brain contains nearly 86 billion neurons, constantly exchanging messages like an immense social media network, but neurons do not work alone – glial cells, neurotransmitters, receptors, and ...

Gut support cells communicate with surprising precision – like brain neurons – using tiny extensions to send instructions to the stem cells responsible for maintaining and healing the intestine. The ...

BEER-SHEVA, Israel, July 29, 2024 –Cells communicate with one another during development, but what are the steps that enable them to transition from local cell-cell communication to a globally ...

Northwestern Medicine investigators have uncovered new insights into how intercellular "glue" functions to enable interactions between cells, as detailed in a study published in Nature Communications.

In recent years, small extracellular vesicles (sEVs) have captured the attention of scientists due to their critical role in cell-to-cell communication and disease progression. These nanosized ...

It’s no secret that teenagers love snacks, whether salty or sweet. At West Mesquite High School, AP biology teacher Melinda Evans is using that love of snacks to help her students understand how cells ...