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How does SARS-CoV-2 infection impact fertility in men?

In a recent review published in the journal Endocrines, researchers summarized existing literature findings on the impact of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections on the male reproductive system and fertility.

7 Sep 2022

Researchers identify novel neutralizing monoclonal antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 in vaccinated individuals after wildtype infection

Researchers identified monoclonal antibodies that neutralize SARS-CoV-2 variants.

7 Sep 2022

New kind of synapse discovered in neurons’ tiny hairs

Scientists at HHMI's Janelia Research Campus have discovered a new kind of synapse in the tiny hairs on the surface of neurons.

1 Sep 2022

Study finds strong evidence for the ability of SARS-CoV-2 to infect human sperm in vitro

Researchers explored the molecular and cellular mechanisms of SARS-CoV-2 infection.

30 Aug 2022

Evolution can favor flexible proteins, research suggests

When you think of proteins – the enzymes, signaling molecules, and structural components in every living thing – you might think of single strands of amino acids, organized like beads on a string.

26 Aug 2022

Cornell research offers insights into CRISPR RNA-guided Caspase system

New research from Cornell offers insights into a line of CRISPR systems, which could lead to promising antiviral and tissue engineering tools in animal and plants.

25 Aug 2022

Surprising culprit contributes significantly to the brain destruction after stroke or TBI

In the aftermath of a stroke or TBI, a group of amino acids that typically support brain function contribute significantly to the brain destruction that can follow both these injuries, scientists report.

23 Aug 2022

DNA origami as an alternative platform to display the RBD of SARS-CoV-2

Researchers demonstrated DNA origami as a potential platform to display the SARS-CoV-2 receptor-binding domain.

23 Aug 2022

What risk factors are associated with post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2?

Researchers explored the risk factors correlated with post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2.

23 Aug 2022

A practical guide for monkeypox diagnosis, prevention and treatment

Researchers provide an overview of the monkeypox infection in light of the current COVID-19 pandemic.

22 Aug 2022

Research reveals cetylpyridinium chloride in mouthwash shows anti-SARS-CoV-2 effects

A recent study has demonstrated the antiviral effectiveness of cetylpyridinium chloride against SARS-CoV-2 infection.

22 Aug 2022

How natural alterations inside the SARS-CoV-2 glycan barrier affect spike protein dynamics

Researchers explored how the natural alterations inside the SARS-CoV-2 glycan barrier affect the spike protein dynamics.

22 Aug 2022

Researchers visualize antigen-bound T-cell receptor at atomic resolution

T cells are our immune system’s customized tools for fighting infectious diseases and tumor cells. On their surface, these special white blood cells carry a receptor that recognizes antigens.

18 Aug 2022

Scientists elucidate the structure of Type IV secretion system involved in antibiotic resistance

With antibiotic-resistant bacteria on the rise, scientists have been searching for ways to shut down the Type IV secretion system (T4SS), a protein complex on the outer envelope of bacterial cells that helps them to exchange DNA with neighboring bacteria and resist antibiotics.

17 Aug 2022

UT Southwestern's cryo-EM images shed light on the mechanisms behind Wnt signaling activation

Using UT Southwestern's Cryo-Electron Microscopy Facility, researchers have captured images of an enzyme for Wnt lipidation, which is pivotal to human development and cancer and crucial for Wnt signaling activation.

16 Aug 2022

Mechanism of vaccinia virus assembly in infected-cells

In a new study, researchers explored the driving factors of the vaccinia virus assembly across infected cells.

16 Aug 2022

Rapid and efficient strategy for the development and design of SARS-CoV-2 neutralizing humanized nanobody constructs

Researchers developed humanized nanobodies that neutralize SARS-CoV-2.

16 Aug 2022

Scientists explore nanomolar inhibition of SARS-CoV-2 infection via unmodified peptide targeting spike protein pre-hairpin intermediate

In a new study, scientists identified an unmodified peptide addressing pre-hairpin spike (S) protein intermediate inhibiting SARS-CoV-2 infection.

15 Aug 2022

Bispecific antibody exhibits high breadth and potency against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron sub-lineages

In a new study, researchers developed bispecific-antibodies (bsAbs) against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron sub-lineages.

12 Aug 2022

Linkam puts cryo in the spotlight at M&M 2022

Market leader in temperature and environmental-controlled microscopy, Linkam, presented its range of cryo workflow solutions and sample characterisation tools at Microscopy and Microanalysis (M&M) 2022.

From Linkam Scientific Instruments 10 Aug 2022

Electron Microscopy News and Research

How does SARS-CoV-2 infection impact fertility in men?

Researchers identify novel neutralizing monoclonal antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 in vaccinated individuals after wildtype infection

New kind of synapse discovered in neurons’ tiny hairs

Study finds strong evidence for the ability of SARS-CoV-2 to infect human sperm in vitro

Evolution can favor flexible proteins, research suggests

Cornell research offers insights into CRISPR RNA-guided Caspase system

Surprising culprit contributes significantly to the brain destruction after stroke or TBI

DNA origami as an alternative platform to display the RBD of SARS-CoV-2

What risk factors are associated with post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2?

A practical guide for monkeypox diagnosis, prevention and treatment

Research reveals cetylpyridinium chloride in mouthwash shows anti-SARS-CoV-2 effects

How natural alterations inside the SARS-CoV-2 glycan barrier affect spike protein dynamics

Researchers visualize antigen-bound T-cell receptor at atomic resolution

Scientists elucidate the structure of Type IV secretion system involved in antibiotic resistance

UT Southwestern's cryo-EM images shed light on the mechanisms behind Wnt signaling activation

Mechanism of vaccinia virus assembly in infected-cells

Rapid and efficient strategy for the development and design of SARS-CoV-2 neutralizing humanized nanobody constructs

Scientists explore nanomolar inhibition of SARS-CoV-2 infection via unmodified peptide targeting spike protein pre-hairpin intermediate

Bispecific antibody exhibits high breadth and potency against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron sub-lineages

Linkam puts cryo in the spotlight at M&M 2022

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