Hypertrophic chondrocytes are deeply involved in the growth of mammalian bones. Researchers find that these cells transform into multiple functional cell types, including those responsible for ...

Bone is a mineralized connective tissue from which bones, the main component of the vertebrate skeleton, are formed. Bone tissue is composed of cells, namely osteoblasts, osteoclasts and osteocytes, ...

A research team at Florida State University's Institute of Molecular Biophysics and Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry ...

Bone cancer is characterized by uncontrolled growth of cells of the bone. Primary bone cancer (that arises directly in the bone), is relatively rare. Different types of bone tissue give rise to ...

When studying how fossil hominids moved, researchers usually analyze the morphology of bones—which is crucial for ...

Swelling, which can be internal or external, is the body’s response to inflammation, fluid buildup, injury, or illness. Visible signs of swelling include enlargement of the affected area and fluid ...

You know fruits and veggies are good for you, yet filling your plate with produce is often easier said than done. Even with nutrition experts urging us to eat more fruits and vegetables, produce ...