All RNA interference articles
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NewsNew study suggests RNA present on surfaces of leaves may shape microbial communities
Biologists have shown that the surfaces of plant leaves are coated with a diverse array of RNA molecules, suggersting this may play a role in shaping the microbial communities that inhabit them, potentially influencing plant health and interactions within their environment.
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NewsUnraveling cell death protein may inspire new biotechnology tool
Scientists have unraveled the step-by-step activation process of a protein with a deep evolutionary history in all domains of life, opening the door to harnessing its functions for use as a biotechnology tool. The protein belongs to the ‘superfamily’ of Argonaute proteins, which previous research has suggested ...