Search Results for 'Biology'

Molecular biology: RNA discrimination

In the cell, genomic DNA is transcribed into various types of RNA. But not all RNAs are translated into proteins. Does this give protein-coding RNAs greater credibility in terms of function? Views differ.

Posted On : Feb, 16 2012 | Comments : 0

Computational Biology Illuminates How Cells Change Gears

Bioinformatics researchers from UC San Diego just moved closer to unlocking the mystery of how human cells switch from “proliferation mode” to “specialization mode.” This computational biology work from the Jacobs [...]

Posted On : Feb, 11 2012 | Comments : 0

BIOL 102: Introductory Biology of Cells

Term and Exam Dates Summer term (May-June): May 7 - June 18, 2012 Final examinations held: June 21 - 22, 2012 Course Description An introduction to the basic themes and concepts of modern biology spanning organizational levels f [...]

Posted On : Feb, 08 2012 | Comments : 0

Studying Biology Cells

In biology, which is the study of living organisms, the cell is the most important unit. Biology cells are the basis for every biological branch. Cellular biology is the backbone of every type of biology. In fact, no matter what type of b [...]

Posted On : Jan, 30 2012 | Comments : 0

Model Organisms: Cell Biology and Genetics

Model organisms are used to study basic mechanisms common to many forms of life and to experiment with biological processes that may be difficult or unethical to study in humans. Model organisms are usually chosen for some combination of [...]

Posted On : Jan, 24 2012 | Comments : 0

Computational Biology

Important note: For every approved student/participant the organization will cover all costs. This course will provide a unique opportunity for scientists using diverse research approaches and methods for agrochemical and drug design to [...]

Posted On : Jan, 09 2012 | Comments : 0

Biology / Neuroscience Postdoc: Brain Repair After Stroke

Tags: stroke; behavior; MRI; tissue engineering; cell transplantation; brain repair Postdoctoral Position in Brain Repair after Stroke A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Modo Laboratory at the McGowan Institute for Re [...]

Posted On : Dec, 23 2011 | Comments : 0

Biology of Spirochetes GRC

The Biology of Spirochetes GRC is devoted to discussions of leading edge fundamental research of all medically important and biologically relevant spirochetes, which comprise a unique group of Eubacteria. Many spirochetes are pathogens an [...]

Posted On : Dec, 19 2011 | Comments : 0

Molecular biology: Seed of revolution

Michael A. Goldman hails the first English translation of the three-man paper that launched molecular biology.

Posted On : Dec, 16 2011 | Comments : 0

Biology test omits creation theory, complains Kentucky educa...

The whole Darwin thing can still be a tad controversial in Kentucky, a state that hosts a high-tech, Bible-centered, natural-history-style museum that asserts that the Earth is roughly 6,000 years old. In Hart County, about an hour and [...]

Posted On : Dec, 14 2011 | Comments : 0

The study of evolutionary biology

Although the history of evolutionary biology dates back to 1858, it was not until the 1970s and 1980s that a notable number of universities included it in their departmental working titles. Concerned with the descent and modification of s [...]

Posted On : Dec, 07 2011 | Comments : 0

The biology of evil: Is bad wiring behind psychopaths?

Impulsive, manipulative and lacking remorse, criminal psychopaths typically face longer and harsher sentences in the justice system. But a growing body of research shows that their aberrant behaviour may be linked to faulty wiring in the [...]

Posted On : Dec, 05 2011 | Comments : 0

The new cell biology: Beyond HeLa cells

To find out what distinguishes one cell type from another, cell biologists must renounce popular cell lines, argue Anthony H. Hyman and Kai Simons.

Posted On : Dec, 03 2011 | Comments : 0

Top 7 in Evolutionary Biology

1 and 4. Accumulation of DNA methylation Two studies examine the accumulation of DNA methylation changes in lineages of Arabidopsis thaliana plants over 30 generations. The results demonstrate rates of new heritable methylation changes [...]