Elucidating the biology of yeast in its full complexity has major implications for science,
medicine and industry. One of the most critical processes determining yeast life and …

A cell's decision to die is controlled by a sophisticated network whose deregulation
contributes to the pathogenesis of multiple diseases including neoplastic and …

Silver nanoparticles have been shown to be detrimental to fungal cells although the
mechanism (s) of action have not been clearly established. In this study, we used Candida …

Beyond its classical biotechnological applications such as food and beverage production or
as a cell factory, the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae is a valuable model organism to study …

Mitochondria are implicated in many important cellular functions covering the whole life
cycle from mitochondrial biogenesis to cell death. Mitochondrial homeostasis is tightly …

Colorectal Cancer (CRC) is a major cause of cancer-related death worldwide. CRC
increased risk has been associated with alterations in the intestinal microbiota, with …

VDACs are a family of pore-forming proteins mainly located in the mitochondrial outer
membrane. In mammals three isoforms exist. In this work we review the information …

Cell death occurs in all domains of life. While some cells die in an uncontrolled way due to
exposure to external cues, other cells die in a regulated manner as part of a genetically …

The mitochondrion relies on compartmentalization of certain enzymes, ions and metabolites
for the sake of efficient metabolism. In order to fulfil its activities, a myriad of carriers are …

Acetic acid has long been considered a molecule of great interest in the yeast research field.
It is mostly recognized as a by-product of alcoholic fermentation or as a product of the …