Kirstie Saltsman

Latest articles by Kirstie Saltsman

RNA, messenger molecules

Remarkable RNA: Tales of a Genetic Messenger

By Kirstie Saltsman published

Here is a quick rundown of the various types of this versatile molecule.

Genetics
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Genetics by the Numbers: 10 Tantalizing Tales

By Chelsea Toledo, Kirstie Saltsman published

Find out which animal has the largest genome and what cells are really the power horses in your body.

Genetics
stress at work, how to deal with stress

5 Ways Your Cells Deal With Stress

By Kirstie Saltsman, Emily Carlson published

Stress doesn't just make you sweat or blush, it also seeps into your cells. Here's how.

Wellbeing
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Unwinding While Staying on Track: That's What the Body's Helicases Do

By Kirstie Saltsman published

Like "The Little Engine That Could," helicases are hardworking enzymes that don't give up.

Genetics
Mitochondria and cell death

Cell Suicide: An Essential Part of Life

By Stephanie Dutchen, Kirstie Saltsman published

Programmed cell death serves a healthy and protective role in our bodies.

Wellbeing