The study shows that a long non-coding RNA called CISTR-ACT acts as a master regulator of cell size, influencing how large or small cells grow across multiple tissues.

What keeps our cells the right size? Scientists have long puzzled over this fundamental question, since cells that are too ...

Every cell in your body is a specific size. Red blood cells, neurons, skin cells and muscle cells are all individuals, but ...

Researchers used miniature human brains grown in the lab to uncover why certain genetic mutations lead to abnormally small ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. "Neurogenesis," or the formation of new neurons, is known to take place before birth. But some ...

Imagine if our bodies could grow new organs throughout our entire lives. Plants do this constantly, thanks to tiny, powerful ...

Hyperspectral imaging has provided an insight into how cells organize and prioritize organelle growth. As cells grow, their organelles also need to grow. But do all the organelles grow at the same ...

Editor’s Note: This is part of a series called Inside the Lab, which gives audiences a first-hand look at the laboratories of researchers at the University of Chicago who are working to improve our ...

Multipotent dental stem cells can give rise to various cell types and show potential for treating injuries, diabetes, and ...