Glycans are chains of sugars that attach to cells through proteins or lipids, changing their chemical characteristics.

Two enzymes in brain cells are responsible for mediating the toxic effects of certain fat molecules in multiple sclerosis, ...

But prostacyclin is made, in part, with the help of Cox-2 enzymes -- the enzymes that drugs like Celebrex block. Blocking only Cox-2 upsets the balance of these enzymes. Levels of prostacyclin go ...

Fermentation happens in your gut, as bacteria work to process carbohydrates. Learn about fermentation in and out of the body.

Clinical research suggests a common chemical in the supplements could lead to the onset of Alzheimer's disease ...

There's been an exciting new discovery in the fight against plastic pollution: mealworm larvae that are capable of consuming ...

This enzyme plays a crucial role in cancer progression, especially in helping tumors invade surrounding tissues and spread to ...

Inside you’ll find bromelain (a digestive enzyme from pineapple that breaks ... away when eating and drinking things that weren’t a part of our usual diet and routine. They noticeably helped ...

Studies suggest the cell is more interconnected than previously thought, opening up "exciting possibilities for science and medicine." ...

The chemical mechanism underlying parrots’ vibrant plumage has been elucidated for the first time. The researchers behind the ...

New research reveals how parrots and finches develop their extraordinary colours – and shows that evolution is an ongoing ...