- Muscle cells, also known as myocytes, are specialized cells designed for contraction and force production. Skeletal Muscle Cells: These cells are long, cylindrical, and have a striated (or striped) ...

Scientists discover that muscles repair themselves by moving thousands of internal nuclei, a rapid process that is key after ...

From arthritis and heart failure to diabetes and menopause, many conditions are associated with muscle weakness and increased fat deposits. Now a multidisciplinary team of researchers at the ...

Researchers have uncovered the detailed shape of a key protein involved in muscle contraction. Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have uncovered the detailed shape of a key protein involved ...

The thigh muscles are part of your upper legs and contain some of the most powerful structures in your body. However, they are prone to injuries if they’re overstrained or impacted while playing a ...