Cell death contributes to tissue homeostasis and plays critical roles in inflammation and host defense. Our increasing understanding of the physiological importance of cell death underlines the need ...

Root hairs are tubular tip-growing extensions of root epidermal cells that enhance root surface area for water and nutrient acquisition. While the mechanisms governing root hair fate, polarity and tip ...

Researchers have discovered how to block cells dying, in a finding that could lead to new treatments for neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. The team has identified a small ...