After more than a decade of research, scientists have discovered the natural mechanism behind a novel form of cell death ...

In a new study, researchers have identified a way to stop cells from dying, opening the door to developing treatments that slow the progression of neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson’s disease ...

Illustration of a healthy cell (left) alongside a cell that has been affected by necrosis (right). The process of necrosis, a form of cell death, may represent one of the most promising ways to change ...

Cells in our body are programmed to die after a certain period of time—a natural process known as apoptosis or “cell suicide.” This process is essential for maintaining the body’s balance. When aged ...

Metacaspases, ancestral homologues of the caspase family, are pivotal cysteine proteases found in a wide range of unicellular organisms, including yeasts, algae, and phytoplankton. These enzymes ...