Proteins are the molecular machines of cells. They are produced in protein factories called ribosomes based on their ...

Muscles make up nearly 40% of the human body and power every move we make, from a child's first steps to recovery after ...

Statins are a cornerstone of heart health, but muscle pain and weakness cause many patients to quit taking them. Scientists have now identified the precise molecular trigger behind these side effects.

“A 3-ounce serving of cooked salmon contains about 20 grams of protein, which is key for preserving muscle mass as we age,” ...

When a car accident or athletic injury destroys more than 20% of a muscle's mass, the body faces a problem it often can't ...

A new UCLA study conducted in mice reveals an unexpected cause: Stem cells in aged muscle accumulate higher levels of a ...

Engineered BiTE molecule draws T cells to eliminate FAP+ modulated smooth muscle cells, reducing plaque burden across mouse atherosclerosis models.

Scientists have designed an immunotherapy that reduces plaque in the arteries of mice, presenting a possible new treatment strategy against heart disease. The antibody-based therapy could complement ...

Companion studies suggest muscle begins to decline decades before sarcopenia takes hold for keeps. The best part: The process ...

Learn how combining creatine and BCAAs can boost your workout energy, speed up muscle repair, and help you reach your fitness ...

BEIJING -- A Chinese research team has created a tiny, fully biodegradable implant that uses the body's own movement to generate gentle electrical pulses, helping damaged muscle heal faster -- all ...

We all have that friend who packs on muscle like it’s nothing, while the rest of us slog through our training week after week. Genetics explain some of the difference, but new research suggests your ...