Yeast Model Organisms

Yeast model organisms are single-celled fungi used in scientific research to study basic biological processes, such as cell division, genetics, and metabolism. Because yeast share many genes and cellular mechanisms with humans, they serve as valuable, easy-to-study models to understand health, disease, and aging. They reproduce quickly and are straightforward to manipulate genetically, making them ideal for experiments. Insights gained from yeast research often translate into advances in medicine, biotechnology, and understanding fundamental life processes.