The eukaryotes invented organization, if we use the literal definition of “organize”: to be furnished with organs. Inside a eukaryotic cell are self-contained, membrane-bound bundles that perform ...

The eukaryotic cell stands out from its two prokaryote peers in many ways. Among them: It has a nucleus filled with its DNA, mitochondria to produce energy and many other membrane-enclosed organelles.

But these microbes harbor a suite of genes found in eukaryotes which are typically used to remodel intracellular membranes to form vesicles, or for phagocytosis. This “genomic starter kit” could have ...

That limb includes all eukaryotes, multi-celled organisms and more complex single-celled organisms with cells that contain specialized mini-organs called organelles.

More information: Weiwei Qin et al, Dynamic shape-shifting of the single-celled eukaryotic predator Lacrymaria via unconventional cytoskeletal components, Current Biology (2024). DOI: 10.1016/j ...

Even the oldest eukaryote fossils show dazzling diversity and complexity Researchers at UC Santa Barbara and McGill University revealed that eukaryotic organisms had already evolved into a diverse ...

Surprise! This eukaryote completely lacks mitochondria. Cell Press. Journal Current Biology DOI 10.1016/j.cub.2016.03.053 ...