Protein
Plant-based protein is linked to a longer life
A global study has shown that countries that consume more plant-based proteins have longer adult life expectancies.
The hidden role of gamma-actin in protecting our cells and hearing
The fine control of cell mechanics.
Flexible joints and their evolutionary history
Synovial joints identified for the first time in multiple ancient fish lineages.
New type of control over RNA splicing discovered
They identified proteins that influence splicing of about half of all human introns.
AI model deciphers protein code that tells them where to go
A machine-learning model to predict and generate protein localization.
Water plays a crucial role in helping protein
Understanding normal gene regulation, and how it changes during disease.
Some proteins find their ‘soulmate’ at birth
Study shows how certain proteins form immediately after they are made.
Interactions with friends and family may boost our immune system
Loneliness linked to higher risk of heart disease and stroke and susceptibility to infection.
Boltz-1: A model to predict biomolecular structures
An equivalent alternative, to encourage innovation more broadly.
Researchers are looking at yeast proteins as emulsifiers
Easily released protein as strong as casein.
Using nanozymes as catalysts for transforming biomaterials for their futuristic use
Pushing the limits of artificial enzymes.
Researchers discover new role of mutant proteins in deadly cancers
Findings could point to new ways to treat RAS-driven cancers.
Scientists identified protein that balances DNA replication and restarting
USP50 protein helps balance nuclease and helicase activity during critical processes.
Scientists recreated a hallmark of Parkinson’s disease in human neurons
Scientists use stem cells to follow development of protein bodies characteristic of neurological disease.
Study reveals a key molecular step required for the division of damaged mitochondria
The research team has identified a key protein in mitochondrial division.
A new approach to treat brain metastasis
A drug called silibinin can block this protein and, when used with immunotherapy, may improve treatment for brain metastases.
Programming cells help to fight a brain tumor
Glioblastoma is the most common and aggressive brain tumor, with patients surviving less than two years after diagnosis.
Unlocking the secrets of MIPS
The protein "MIPS" changes its shape when it becomes active,helps produce inositol, or vitamin B8, which plays a critical role in the body.
A new approach to overcoming skin cancer resistance
A topical treatment, like a gel or lotion, to directly target skin cancer, which could be safer than oral treatments.
New method to relocate misplaced proteins
This breakthrough could pave the way for novel treatments for diseases caused by protein misplacement, such as cancer.
Coronavirus spike proteins detected in 5 minutes
By shining a low-power laser, similar to a laser pointer, on a particular chip coated with antibodies for coronavirus spike proteins,
How proteins impact brain activity and contribute to Alzheimer’s?
Understanding changes in pre-clinical Alzheimer’s disease.
Mapping the energy patterns within our cells
The discovery offers a potential pathway to harness the energy in our cells to tackle diseases like cancer.
New proteins control cell membranes
Scientists at Kyoto University have discovered how cells control phospholipid distribution in their membranes.
New technique uses DNA microbeads to create complex organoids
Research team uses DNA microbeads to control the development of cultivated tissue.
Potential biomarker for early Alzheimer’s diagnosis identified
New research has found a way to diagnose Alzheimer's disease (AD) earlier by analyzing biomarkers in blood.
Boosting drug and material solutions with peptide clumping
Peptides, short amino acid chains, are not just building blocks and are crucial for building structures, speeding up reactions.
Billions of combined molecules yield new pharmaceutical substances
Pharmaceutical researchers usually find new active substances by searching through many chemical compounds.