membrane

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The researchers describe this system as a "pseudo-organelle," a functional compartment that is not enclosed by a membrane but still plays a major role in organizing cell behavior.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

Researchers eventually confirmed that TMEM175 is an ion channel that moves charged particles across the lysosomal membrane.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

Flippases such as MurJ move molecules by alternately exposing them to each side of the membrane without forming a permanent opening.

From Science Daily • Feb. 28, 2026

"You're not a eukaryote if you don't have sterols or comparable membrane lipids," Summons says.

From Science Daily • Feb. 27, 2026

Festus’s wings were working properly, though his left medius membrane was shot full of holes.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan