The functions of biomolecules, including lipids, nucleic acids and especially proteins are determined to a great extent by their structure. This structure–function relationship is a foundation of many ...

The shape of biological structures, ranging from flower petals to the limbs or organs of animals, is often naturally best ...

In previous articles, I introduced retinal reserve as a framework for understanding the retina’s ability to maintain function ...

Structure can help provide stability, but to be constant and present within your life across time requires continual change.

An essential component of the lymphatic system, the thymus, a pyramid-shaped organ located in the thoracic cavity, is responsible for producing T-cells. For centuries, the thymus was believed to be an ...