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Amino Acid is one of several molecules that join together to form proteins. There are 20 common amino acids found in proteins.

Revolutionizing protein design: AI generates novel sequences

Researchers present two deep-learning models that can predict amino acid sequences and 3D protein structures based on secondary-structure design objectives. These models offer de novo design capacity and can discover new protein sequences beyond known proteins.

25 Apr 2023

Repair crews may move in to help fix the oxidative damage in protein factories

In a discovery fundamental to the inner workings of cells, scientists have discovered that if oxidative stress damages protein factories called ribosomes, repair crews may move in to help fix the damage so work can quickly resume.

24 Apr 2023

Study identifies an unknown SARS-CoV-2 lineage on three mink farms in Poland

Researchers detected a cryptic severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 lineage on mink farms in Poland.

24 Apr 2023

What are the gastrointestinal benefits of consuming soybean?

In a recent review published in the journal Nutrients, researchers at Australia’s CSIRO reviewed existing literature on the nutritional implications of soy intake concerning the intestinal microbiome.

23 Apr 2023

New tool offers high accuracy in the interpretation of genetic mutations in disease genes

Despite the increasing use of genomic sequencing in clinical practice, interpreting rare genetic mutations, even among well-studied disease genes, remains difficult.

21 Apr 2023

A downstream pathway critical for lymphoma development discovered

MYC proteins are important regulators of cancer cell growth, proliferation and metabolism through their ability to increase the expression of proteins involved in these processes.

20 Apr 2023

The Power of Solid-State Nuclear Magnetic Resonance in Biological Research

In this interview conducted at Pittcon 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, we spoke to this year's recipient of the Pittsburgh Spectroscopy Award, Robert Tycko.

From Pittcon 20 Apr 2023

New DCFHP-alum COVID-19 vaccine candidate shows durable, broad-spectrum protection in non-human primates

The newly developed DCFHP-alum COVID-19 vaccine candidate is affordable and effective for mass vaccination.

18 Apr 2023

Researchers reveal how a new CALM mutation causes deadly arrhythmias

Arrhythmia, when left unchecked, can be life-threatening.

18 Apr 2023

Eating sardines vs. fish oil supplements: study evaluates the nutritional benefit beyond fatty acids

Researchers compared the impact of consuming sardines versus fish oil supplements.

18 Apr 2023

Unravelling the factors influencing host tropism of SARS-CoV-2-related bat coronaviruses

Researchers investigated the tropism of SC2r-CoVs infecting Rhinolophus bats.

18 Apr 2023

How SARS-CoV-2 Omicron subvariants have evolved to evade host T-cell immunity

Researchers investigate whether SARS-CoV-2 and its variants have evolved to evade CD8+ T cell-mediated immunity.

15 Apr 2023

Study uncovers a novel fold within the SARS-CoV-2 replication co-factor non-structural protein 9

Researchers present the crystal structure of an anti-non-structural protein 9 specific nanobody in complex with the SARS-CoV-2 nsp9.

15 Apr 2023

How iron and DHA levels in U.S. infant formulas differ from EU standards

Researchers also compare the content of docosahexaenoic acid and iron in U.S. formulas to that recommended by international food regulatory authorities.

12 Apr 2023

Novel amino acid compound treats nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in non-human primates

A recently developed amino acid compound successfully treats nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in non-human primates -; bringing scientists one step closer to the first human treatment for the condition that is rapidly increasing around the world, a study suggests.

10 Apr 2023

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Revolutionizing protein design: AI generates novel sequences

Repair crews may move in to help fix the oxidative damage in protein factories

Study identifies an unknown SARS-CoV-2 lineage on three mink farms in Poland

What are the gastrointestinal benefits of consuming soybean?

New tool offers high accuracy in the interpretation of genetic mutations in disease genes

A downstream pathway critical for lymphoma development discovered

The Power of Solid-State Nuclear Magnetic Resonance in Biological Research

New DCFHP-alum COVID-19 vaccine candidate shows durable, broad-spectrum protection in non-human primates

Researchers reveal how a new CALM mutation causes deadly arrhythmias

Eating sardines vs. fish oil supplements: study evaluates the nutritional benefit beyond fatty acids

Unravelling the factors influencing host tropism of SARS-CoV-2-related bat coronaviruses

How SARS-CoV-2 Omicron subvariants have evolved to evade host T-cell immunity

Study uncovers a novel fold within the SARS-CoV-2 replication co-factor non-structural protein 9

How iron and DHA levels in U.S. infant formulas differ from EU standards

Novel amino acid compound treats nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in non-human primates

Discovery may change the way people think about immune strategies

Highly complementary, biologically relevant protein-protein interactions can evolve entirely by chance

Is mRNA decoding in humans structurally and kinetically distinct from bacteria?

Study explores the species-specific use of ACE2 receptors by human and animal coronaviruses

Research provides new insights into the underlying disease mechanisms for polycystic kidney disease

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