Actin is among the most abundant proteins in cells, and it has many jobs—from giving the cell its very shape and structure to managing networks of proteins crucial to numerous cellular functions. Without it, the fragile fundamental unit of life would crumble. A good deal of actin’s activity is based on mechanical signaling; it appears...
A compelling new study suggests that activity in the placenta could be the missing link connecting environmental factors with genetics in relation to the development of many behavioral disorders, including schizophrenia. Stresses in the placenta could be key in triggering the onset of a variety of neurodevelopmental disorders including schizophrenia(Credit: alphaspirit/Depositphotos) A large volume of recent research has...
