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Sitting atop the kidneys, the adrenal gland plays a pivotal role in maintaining a healthy body. Responding to signals from the brain, the gland secretes hormones that support critical functions like blood pressure, metabolism, and fertility.
A research team led has used stem cells to grow an organoid in a petri dish with the characteristics and functions of a human fetal adrenal gland.
New research pins down what happens in plants as they change the direction of their growing roots to avoid salty soil.
"Zombie cells" that contribute to age-related diseases also help heal damaged tissues, so wiping them out could come with major downsides, a new study suggests.