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Expression of tardigrade intrinsically disordered proteins in C. elegans reveals variable effects on aging and stress

Tardigrades survive extreme environmental stress by expressing intrinsically disordered proteins that stabilize cellular structures during cryptobiosis. Because these proteins protect cells from desiccation, oxidative stress, and DNA damage, they have attracted interest as potential therapeutics to enhance stress resilience in other organisms. However, most studies have relied on cultured cells…

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World Lemur Day: How can we save these primates’ forest homes?

More than 100 known species of lemurs live in Madagascar. These primates with large eyes, a pointed snout, and long bushy tails are found only in the island country, where they usually live in large groups on trees. Lemurs are one of the world’s most threatened groups of primates, under pressure from the loss of […]

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