metabolism

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The internal structure of the bones reveals important clues about growth and metabolism.

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To do this, the lab studies how cells organize their internal structures, known as organelles, and how changes in those structures influence cellular performance, metabolism, and disease risk.

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This led to noticeable shifts in age-related metabolism, including higher levels of good cholesterol and lower levels of bad cholesterol in male mice, along with reduced insulin levels in female mice.

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As termites became more dependent on cooperation and food sharing within their colonies, they lost many genes involved in metabolism, digestion, and reproduction.

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These so-called "youthful transcriptional profiles" were linked to better energy metabolism and lower levels of inflammation.

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