Biochemistry
Researchers at the University of Idaho have discovered that thyroid hormone receptor beta-2 (TRb2) plays a crucial role in regulating photoreceptor development and diversity in the retina. Specifically, the study found that TRb2 exerts differential effects on cone opsin expression depending on the presence and quantity of ligand. The research,
Developmental biology
Researchers from Newcastle University have conducted a study to investigate the effects of high non-esterified fatty acids (NEFAs) on reproduction in dairy cattle, particularly during in vitro fertilisation (IVF). The study found that high NEFA concentrations can impair pre-implantation embryo development, potentially via effects on both the oocyte and spermatozoon.
Developmental biology
Researchers at the Gansu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine have identified GCN5L, a core component of a novel epigenetic-regulatory complex, as a crucial regulator of mitochondrial metabolic enzyme activity through acetylation modifications. This finding sheds light on the complex interplay between energy production, lipid metabolism, and cellular stress responses. The
