Study sheds light on the “proprioception” of yeast—the manner in which an organism understands its spatial orientation

“The obesity paradox baffles scientists across numerous disciplines,” said Min-Hao Kuo, MSU biochemist and molecular biologist.

Both the yeast strain and the method of its design could help overcome a significant bottleneck in the biofuels pipeline

Research team has discovered how gluten and starch affect dough behavior

Work could lead to a more stable supply of the drug and allow scientists to manipulate that drug to make it even safer and more effective

Findings have now clarified the origins of the major lineages of the hybrid yeasts

For centuries, humans have been playing with yeast. But these simple fungal cells usually do their jobs — making bread rise or converting sugar into alcohol — without having to communicate or work together.

Biofuels pioneer Mascoma LLC and the Department of Energy's BioEnergy Science Center have developed a revolutionary strain of yeast that could help significantly accelerate the development of biofuels from nonfood plant matter. 

Researchers call for a fast and flexible regulatory response to the synthesis of morphine in genetically engineered yeast strains.

A mother’s willingness to sacrifice her own health and safety for the sake of her children is a common narrative across cultures — and by no means unique to humans alone.