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Today we recognize the dedication and hard work of faculty members Joshua Black, PhD, and Tatiana Kutateladze, PhD for organizing the 3rd biennial Telluride Science Research Center Conference on Epigenetic Mechanisms! 🎉🧬 25 PIs from around the world came together to discuss groundbreaking research on epigenetics, from enzyme mechanisms to the biological impacts of epigenetic states. With long talks, unpublished work, and ample discussion time, this unique format fostered an atmosphere of collaboration and innovation. We’re already looking forward to the next conference in 2026! 👏 #CUAnschutz #CUPharmacology #Epigenetics #ResearchExcellence #ScientificCollaboration #FacultyAppreciation"

Unlocking the Secrets of Cell Rejuvenation Image by Speed Up Knowledge from Pixabay The cell rejuvenation atlas: identifying master regulators of rejuvenation strategies https://lnkd.in/g9vua2NY By EurekAlert Scientists from CIC bioGUNE, LCSB, and Ikerbasque have developed the SINGULAR atlas, a groundbreaking tool that maps out cell rejuvenation strategies at a single-cell level. This new research, published in Aging, dives into how various rejuvenation methods—like calorie restriction and partial reprogramming—affect cellular processes across multiple organs. By using network biology, SINGULAR identifies "master regulators" of rejuvenation, highlighting key targets in immune cells. The goal? To guide future innovations in age reversal treatments. This work opens the door to selecting drugs that can replicate complex anti-aging interventions, pushing forward the science of longevity. #WesternCanadaReason #wecanreason #criticalthinking #skeptics #science #Aging #Rejuvenation #AntiAging #Longevity

Biology is complicated, which is why multifaceted views are important to further our understanding. That’s why we love seeing researchers put our full range of technologies to the test. Check out this example from University of Toronto and The Hospital for Sick Children researchers, who applied a custom #Xenium human lung panel, #Visium, and #singlecell RNA-seq to map the spatiotemporal changes in the developing human airways: https://lnkd.in/gGdaFysa

Exciting developments in quantum biology! Understanding the intersection of quantum mechanics and biological systems is revolutionizing our approach to health. The impact of light on biological processes, from photoreception to circadian rhythms and mitochondrial function, underscores the importance of regulating our light environment for overall well-being. #QuantumBiology #HealthScience #BiologicalSystems #LightImpact #Research #Innovation https://lnkd.in/gh3PCSMd

1/2.Title: “Resilient Growth: An Analysis of Plant Longevity and Human Mortality” Conclusion The contrasting lifecycles of plants and humans highlight the unique resilience of plant life and the finite nature of human existence. While plants symbolize ongoing life and regeneration, humans are bound by the limitations of their biology, emphasizing the distinct paths of growth and decline in nature. Scientific References 1. Raven, P. H., Evert, R. F., & Eichhorn, S. E. (2005). Biology of Plants (7th ed.). W.H. Freeman and Company. 2. Campisi, J. (2013). Aging, Cellular Senescence, and Cancer. Annual Review of Physiology, 75(1), 685-705. 3. Thomas, P. (2000). Trees: Their Natural History. Cambridge University Press. 4. Hayflick, L. (1965). The Limited in Vitro Lifetime of Human Diploid Cell Strains. Experimental Cell Research, 37(3), 614-636. 5. Chaffey, N. J. (2002). Wood Formation in Trees: Cell and Molecular Biology Techniques. CRC Press. Courtesy to Priya Waller Media and Communications Experts UK 🇬🇧

The axolotl has the ability to regenerate its brain. Using single-cell transcriptomics, four Science studies in 2022 revealed evolutionary innovations in reptile and amphibian brains. Learn more on #WorldAnimalDay: https://bit.ly/4eoAcYh

🔬✨ Today, we celebrate a groundbreaking scientific advancement: the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA! 🧬 On July 25, 1953, James Watson and Francis Crick published their model of the DNA structure, unveiling the secret of life itself. This discovery transformed our understanding of biology, paving the way for countless innovations in medicine, genetics, and biotechnology. 🌱🧬 🔍 The double helix structure of DNA allowed scientists to understand how genetic information is stored and transmitted from generation to generation. This model was a true breakthrough, showing how base pairs form and replicate. 💡 This discovery reminds us of the importance of scientific curiosity, collaboration, and perseverance. Today's innovations are built on the foundations laid by visionary researchers. 📈 Let's continue to explore, question, and push the boundaries of knowledge. The future of science and medicine depends on our passion for discovery and our commitment to progress. #DNA #ScientificDiscovery #Biotechnology #Inspiration #Science

My second article is out on substack! This time I focus on development biology. Can the study of how we grow help us in extending human healthy lifespan? In this article you will find: Brief overview of my thoughts Definition of developmental biology and its branches Latest advancements in cell differentiation research List of labs, institutions, and research that I found interesting https://lnkd.in/ezVuQwQA

Nice starting 2024 with my News&Views appeared in Nature Cell Biology on a research article defining the role of FUS in maintaining the functional fluidity of Oncogenic TAZ (the oncogenic function of TAZ was defined by us and Kunliang's lab in 2008) in programing transcriptional outcome: https://lnkd.in/gAVrge6P

🧠🔬 Discover how C. elegans is helping unravel the mysteries of memory and how we can retain it for longer. 🪱📚 Don't let this one slip your mind 😉- check it out below #Neuroscience #Memory #Research #Celegans #ScienceInnovation