Branching isn't just for trees. This biological process occurs in animal development, enabling organs to perform complex functions. Branch-like structures form in the lungs, kidneys, and breasts, ...

Mammary organoids derived from mouse embryonic stem cells could offer clues into mammary gland developmental origins and help researchers study breast cancer. “When we use embryonic stem cells, they ...

Research Assistant Professor of Developmental, Molecular and Chemical Biology, Tufts University All mammals have mammary glands that produce milk, a feature that has fascinated scientists for many ...

In mammals, a mammary duct is present in order to produce milk. The mammary duct is an organ known as an exocrine gland, which is a type of gland that secretes a substance. The mammary duct is an ...

An Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai study sheds light on the intricate interplay between mammary adipose (fat) tissue and breast health, and offers exciting possibilities for understanding ...

A new study sheds light on the intricate interplay between mammary adipose (fat) tissue and breast health. An Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai study sheds light on the intricate interplay ...

During lactation, the mammary gland undergoes significant structural and functional changes to produce milk, which is essential for neonatal nutrition and early immune development. Traditional ...

Scientists reveal the mammary gland's hidden role in influenza A infections, spotlighting the urgent need for targeted vaccines to protect cattle, milk safety, and public health. Review: Influenza A ...