Vol. 20, Issue 4
2026
ID: nFTHq
Lorenz M. Fischer, Arun K. Patel, Kim Yong-Jae
Biodiversity conservation in temperate forests is increasingly challenged by habitat fragmentation. This study aims to quantify the impact of fragmentation on species richness and ecosystem functionality within these regions. Utilizing a combination ...
Vol. 20, Issue 4
2026
ID: VHMzS
Dr. Klaus-Heinrich Bauer, Dr. Kim Soo-Jin, Dr. Alejandro Martinez-Guerrero
The determination of cell fate during vertebrate embryogenesis is a pivotal process that dictates the developmental trajectory of the organism. This study aims to unravel the molecular and cellular mechanisms underpinning cell fate decisions in the e...
Vol. 20, Issue 2
2026
ID: ejSfh
Hans-Peter Müller, Min-Jae Lee, Fatima El-Sayed
The human gut microbiome plays a pivotal role in maintaining metabolic health, yet its diversity is influenced by various cultural and dietary factors. This study explores the relationship between microbiome diversity and metabolic health across diff...
Vol. 20, Issue 1
2026
ID: ckdLx
Lars M. Kaufmann, Min-Jae Lee, Sofia R. Hernandez
Understanding the dynamics of neural networks involved in cognitive processing is critical for advancing our knowledge of brain function. This study aims to employ advanced functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) techniques to characterize the t...
Vol. 20, Issue 1
2026
ID: mw5Jm
Hans-Jürgen Müller, Kim Soo-Jin, Leila Haddad
Autoimmune diseases are characterized by the immune system's aberrant response to self-antigens, leading to tissue damage and chronic inflammation. Despite extensive research, the precise mechanisms underlying self-antigen recognition remain poorly u...