A new role of calcium in the development of muscles has been reported by two RIKEN biologists. Stress is generally damaging and destructive, but it can sometimes spur productivity and creation. This ...

Researchers engineered mice with a mutation (E3896A) in the RyR1 calcium-binding site, eliminating calcium-induced calcium release (CICR) without affecting depolarization-induced calcium release. The ...

New research has identified the specific biological mechanism behind the muscle dysfunction found in myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) and further shows that calcium channel blockers can reverse these ...

Researchers have developed a novel method for simultaneously recording action potentials (APs)—temporary changes in electrical potential when cells become excited—and calcium transients—calcium ...

Researchers at Texas A&M Health and collaborators have developed engineered CRAC channel inhibitory binders that can ...

New research has identified the specific biological mechanism behind the muscle dysfunction found in myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) and further shows that calcium channel blockers can reverse these ...

Calcium is an essential nutrient needed by all living creatures, including humans. Vitamin D is a prohormone that helps the body absorb calcium, which is essential for bone health. Bones and teeth ...

Calcium is critical for bone health, optimal muscle activity, and other body processes such as blood clotting and heart function. How much calcium you need depends on your age and stage of life. Share ...

Eating vitamin D-rich foods can help improve calcium absorption in the gut and its deposition into bones. Prebiotics and probiotics may also help with calcium absorption by promoting healthy gut ...