TOR', a protein in our body, becomes excessively activated in cancer cells, promoting cell growth and metastasis. Korean researchers have discovered for the first time in the world that '13-HODE'—a ...

The fatty acid profile of spermatozoa is a critical determinant of male fertility, influencing membrane fluidity, resilience to oxidative stress and the capacity to undergo key fertilisation events.

A newly published review article highlights the critical role of fatty acid metabolism in shaping the tumor microenvironment and influencing cancer progression, offering fresh perspectives for the ...

A surprising new study suggests that when it comes to pancreatic cancer, the kind of fat you eat may matter more than how ...

Researchers have developed a technology, FALCON, to analyze the effects of free fatty acids in any cell type, and found type 2 diabetes genes that may further boost diabetes risk when cells are in a ...

A newly published review article highlights the critical role of fatty acid metabolism in shaping the tumor microenvironment and influencing cancer ...

Sterol regulatory element-binding proteins (SREBPs) play a crucial role in lipid biosynthesis. In a recent study, researchers identified a novel cleavage enzyme of SREBP-1c, a key player in fatty acid ...

Palmitic acid is a saturated long-chain fatty acid (LCFA), a term for fatty acids containing 13 to 21 carbons. Palmitic acid contains 16 carbons. This acid is found in most fats and oils, such as ...

Bats are the only mammals that can actively fly, enabling many species to perform seasonal migrations. In migratory birds, ...