The newly discovered algae species Streptofilum arcticum possesses a potentially highly flexible cell wall: When water is scarce, the cell and cell wall shrinks; when water becomes available again, ...

The time it takes to grow new skin for burns victims could be improved thanks to a new method of cell cultivation using algae ...

The composition of an organism’s cell wall is the fourth characteristic used to classify an alga. ... Through biological necessity, these algae made of glass houses have developed beautiful ...

Discover how astaxanthin, a powerful algae-derived antioxidant, can boost endurance, speed recovery, sharpen cognitive ...

Cell Wall This is a rigid layer encompassing cells of bacteria, algae, fungi and plant cells. It determines cell shape and provides tensile strength, structural support and protection against ...

To survive out of water, plants developed sturdy vascular systems and strong cell walls. Those same characteristics make for excellent preservation in fossils. “Most algae are little squishy ...

Scientists genetically engineer algae that can kill cancer cells while leaving the rest of the body unharmed. The new medical technology could one day help patients with types of cancer that are ...

A new, inexpensive technology can limit the buildup of algae on the walls of photobioreactors that can help convert carbon dioxide into useful products. Reducing this fouling avoids costly ...

In this episode of Tiny Show and Tell Us, we explore the unexpected ways algae (and the things that kill them) influence cloud formation. We also chat about the massive galaxy walls in our universe, ...

The newly discovered algae species Streptofilum arcticum possesses a potentially highly flexible cell wall: When water is scarce, the cell and cell wall shrinks; when water becomes available again, ...