Our cells produce a variety of proteins, each with a specific role that, in many cases, means that they need to be in a ...

The actual functions of this cell type have hardly been studied to date. Researchers have now determined that hepatic stellate cells control liver metabolism as well as liver regeneration and size.

Research shows short-term fasting improves glucose regulation, while long-term fasting in young mice impairs β cell function, potentially increasing T1D risk.

The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts and packages proteins to be sent to their final destinations, whether that's within or outside of the cell.