That’s what a primary cancer-screening test based on nematodes offers. The biology of cancer is very different from that of healthy cells. Since the output of body fluids such as urine is a ...

This natural method eliminates the need for harsh chemical pesticides and fertilizers, fostering a healthier environment. For ...

Robert Horvitz, John Sulston and Sydney Brenner are the recipients of this year's Nobel prize in Physiology or Medicine. The prize was awarded for development of the nematode worm Caenorhabditis ...

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Nematodes are among the creatures that scientists look for. These multicellular, wormlike animals differ from most other organisms in the soil, such as bacteria and fungi, which are single celled.

Soil microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, actinomycetes, protozoa, and nematodes, are essential for nutrient cycling, ...

Nematodes can sniff out trouble, kicking off a mitochondrial defense in the gut to fend off bacterial invaders.

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The brain is a marvel of efficiency, honed by thousands of years of evolution so it can adapt and thrive in a rapidly ...

There are three million nematodes per square metre of land on earth. Science Photo Library Nematodes are minuscule but there are vast numbers of them One species of nematode that has been studied ...

However, the sensory structures and neural mechanisms underlying this behavior is largely unstudied. My lab is interested in simple eyes and light-controlled behavior in nematodes. These transparent ...

Are neurons star players, or do they prioritise teamwork? A new study has uncovered an answer for this long-standing debate ...