Living cells contain a world of complex parts, which are constantly in motion. Many functions of these parts are still not fully understood, but likely harbor answers to many of our questions about ...

Scientists uncovered how the protein Piezo1 translates physical activity into stronger bones, offering a path to ...

NEW YORK - Scientists have discovered a mutant gene that triggers the body to form a second, renegade skeleton, solving the mystery of a rare disease called FOP that imprisons children in bone for ...

Skeletal conditions such as developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis affect millions worldwide, often causing chronic pain and disability. These disorders stem from ...

Sept 17 (Reuters) - Regeneron Pharmaceuticals (REGN.O), opens new tab said on Wednesday its experimental treatment for a rare genetic disorder affecting soft tissue significantly reduced abnormal bone ...

Knowing when to book an appointment with a pediatric orthopedist instead of a pediatrician can help a child get faster ...

Gain-of-function mutations in fibroblast growth factor receptor (FGFR) genes are known to cause a range of skeletal disorders, such as craniosynostosis and chondrodysplasia, which severely affect ...

Rather than completely blocking all downstream signals, the peptide developed in this study focuses on inhibiting the activation of p38-MAPK. This is enough to downregulate the development of mature ...

Study identifies 1,376 genes linking psychiatric and skeletal disorders, with implications for early prevention strategies.

Stem cells form the backbone of many cell-based therapies due to their unique properties, including the ability to self-renew and differentiate to many cell types. Multiple cell therapies deliver ...