With the revolutionary CRISPR/Cas technology, the DNA of living organisms can be precisely altered. Using a guide RNA that recognizes a specific DNA sequence, Cas9 protein is recruited to that sequence and cuts the DNA. This…

Theoretical and computational neuroscience We are constantly stimulated by what we see, hear, smell, taste, and touch. Our brains take these complex inputs and transform them into actions and thoughts through what we call…

The ability to turn experiences into memories allows us to learn from the past and use what we learned as a model to respond appropriately to new situations. For this reason, as the world around us changes, this memory model…

On August 14, 2024, the Biozentrum scientists left their labs for a three-day retreat on the Campus Sursee. Around 250 researchers from a wide variety of disciplines took the time to get to know each other and make new…

Integrative cryoET approaches to study cell-cell communication Cell-cell connectivity is a fundamental feature of multicellular organization across all kingdoms of life. Specialized structures facilitate intercellular…

The Southern Lights - Rhodopsin Complexes Discovered in an Algae Near Antarctica Can Help Unravel the Secrets of the Brain Rhodopsins are integral membrane proteins that bind retinal chromophores to become light sensitive.…

An Innovative Approach to Chronic Kidney Disease Treatment by improving Oxidative Stress and Lipid Imbalance Currently, chronic kidney disease (CKD) lacks effective therapies, since it intricately encompasses multiple…

In Switzerland, it is not uncommon for a patient to develop an infection during a hospital stay. One reason for this is insufficient hygiene, as shown recently in a study by the Swiss Agency for Therapeutic Products,…

Ribosomes produce all the body’s proteins and are therefore also referred to as "protein factories". Their architecture and function have largely remained unchanged over millions of years, highlighting their importance for…