Vast numbers of different prokaryotic microorganisms shape the biosphere, with diverse metabolic capabilities. Determination of genome sequences for a wide range of bacteria and archaea now requires ...

Results reported in a recent Science paper provide the first experimental evidence to support the hypothesis that prokaryotes possess a defence system that might be analogous to eukaryotic RNA ...

Eukaryotic cells also contain a variety of structures and organelles not present in prokaryotic cells. Throughout the course of evolution, organelles such as mitochondria and chloroplasts (a form ...

Insights into protein synthesis processes in prokaryotes and eukaryotes are crucial for advancements in genetics, ...

All major life processes like respiration, digestion and reproduction are carried out within the single cell. There are ...