Molecules form gels to help cells sense and respond to stress

Molecules form gels to help cells sense and respond to stress 03/14/2017 02:37 PM EDT A specific protein inside cells senses threatening changes in its environment, such as heat or starvation, and triggers an adaptive response to help the cell continue to function and grow under stressful conditions, according to a new study by scientists from the University of Chicago. Full story at https://sciencelife.uchospitals.edu/2017/03/09/molecules-form-gels-to-help-cells-sense-and-respond-to-stress/ Source University of Chicago Medical Center This is an NSF News From the Field item.   Follow NSF:  This email was sent using GovDelivery, on behalf of: National Science Foundation Update · 4201 Wilson Boulevard · Arlington, VA 22230 · 703-292-5111