Working out doesn't just build muscle but, in later life, helps maintain a powerful cellular machine that repairs damaged ...

Protein is having a moment—and for good reason. Whether you’re trying to gain muscle or simply stay strong as you age, protein is key for building and maintaining muscle. But with so many options out ...

Tokyo, Japan – Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have shown that the protein Musashi-2 (Msi2) plays a key role in the regulation of mass and metabolic processes in skeletal muscle. They ...

Skeletal muscle is the type of muscle that controls movement. Problems with these muscles can be minor, life-threatening, or ongoing problems that make it hard to perform basic daily activities.

Researchers have developed a novel bioink that uses a sustained-release hormone to promote the growth and regeneration of 3D-printed muscle tissues. Their approach opens the door to developing new ...