This is a microscopic view of lab-grown human muscle bundles stained to show patterns made by basic muscle units and their associated proteins (red), which are a hallmark of human muscle. Disclaimer: ...

Michael Duchen, an expert in mitochondrial biology at University College London, has studied the cell’s tiny powerhouses for more than 30 years, but has struggled to model some conditions caused by ...

Why do some people find a short jog exhausting, while others seem to run effortlessly? Of course, part of the answer lies in training and muscle strength. But the brain also plays a role, particularly ...

Danielle “Nellie” Bruns, an associate professor in the University of Wyoming’s Department of Zoology and Physiology, has received a five-year, $1.78 million research grant from the National Institutes ...

A woman smashed a longstanding world record in the 200-meter sprint at the age of 91, prompting scientists to delve into her physiology to learn how she can run so fast. Researchers will present their ...