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Researchers determine small protein’s structure, likely to pave the way for advanced treatments

For the first time, researchers have deciphered the atomic structure of a protein that transports one of the body’s most vital neurotransmitters into neurons.

9 Jun 2022

Study describes the importance of the autoimmune response in bacteria

CRISPR has made headlines in recent years for its potential to help patients with conditions as diverse as blindness and sickle cell disease. However, bacteria were already using CRISPR as an immune system to combat viruses long before humans adopted it to combat genetic disorders.

3 Jun 2022

Researchers reveal that new compact version of Cas7-11 enzyme improves RNA editing

Cas7-11, the first CRISPR enzyme that can make precise, directed cuts to strands of RNA without hurting cells, was identified and described last year by researchers at MIT’s McGovern Institute for Brain Research.

From Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) 2 Jun 2022

Study shows how gene related to Nascimento Syndrome activates the cell response to stress

According to a Duke University study, a gene linked to severe learning disabilities in humans also plays a critical role in cells’ response to environmental stress.

31 May 2022

Scientists develop powerful tools using CRISPR-Cas9 to repair genetic diseases

CRISPR has marked the beginning of a new era in genomic medicine. The popular CRISPR-Cas9 has generated plenty of potent methods for curing genetic diseases.

30 May 2022

New study explores how human plastins behave in cells

New study reveals that a family of proteins that help many different types of cells move and retain their form may induce disease when they work too hard and disturb the cellular environment.

23 May 2022

Researchers finally discover the structure of plant protein NPR1

A phone call, according to biologist Xinnian Dong, was her “best Christmas gift ever.” Pei Zhou, a longstanding friend, and partner at Duke University called with some exciting news: they had finally discovered the structure of the plant protein NPR1.

18 May 2022

Researchers highlight a phage-antibiotic combo against antibiotic-resistant superbug

A preclinical study performed by Monash University researchers discovered that utilizing a combination of phages and antibiotics to treat bacterial infections may be considerably more successful than using the drugs separately.

12 May 2022

Study shows how nanotechnology may help for structural research of RNA molecules

Humans live in a world created and managed by RNA—the genetic molecule DNA’s equally important sibling.

3 May 2022

Scientists get a clearer and more accurate image of proteins

Proteins are among the most significant and diverse biomolecules found in living organisms. These strings of amino acids, which take on complex 3-dimensional structures, are required for tissue growth and maintenance, the activation of thousands of biochemical events, and the immune system’s defense against invaders.

3 May 2022

Understanding the regulation of intramembrane proteases across the tree of life

Working with tiny bacteria, Michigan State University researchers led by Lee Kroos have made a discovery that could have big implications for biology.

27 Apr 2022

Little-known protein may play a role in frontotemporal lobar degeneration

Scientists have known for years that amyloid fibrils -; fibrous, ropelike structures formed by closely linked protein molecules -; are present in the brains of patients with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases and likely play a role in the progression of these disorders.

21 Apr 2022

Electron Microscopy News and Research

Researchers determine small protein’s structure, likely to pave the way for advanced treatments

Study describes the importance of the autoimmune response in bacteria

Researchers reveal that new compact version of Cas7-11 enzyme improves RNA editing

Study shows how gene related to Nascimento Syndrome activates the cell response to stress

Scientists develop powerful tools using CRISPR-Cas9 to repair genetic diseases

New study explores how human plastins behave in cells

Researchers finally discover the structure of plant protein NPR1

Researchers highlight a phage-antibiotic combo against antibiotic-resistant superbug

Study shows how nanotechnology may help for structural research of RNA molecules

Scientists get a clearer and more accurate image of proteins

Understanding the regulation of intramembrane proteases across the tree of life

Little-known protein may play a role in frontotemporal lobar degeneration

Cryo-EM reveals the structure of fermentation enzyme phosphoketolase

Max Planck researchers reveal the structure of kinetochore corona

Scientists gain fascinating insights into the dynamic ultrastructure of the heart

Cryo-EM imaging of STING protein reveals a new binding source for immune attacks

Rockefeller scientists reveal how a narrow-spectrum antibiotic selectively targets C. diff

Researchers discover a unique technique to fight hospital-borne disease

Research reveals how a building block protein assembles to form poxvirus scaffold

Plant biologists determine molecular ‘blueprint’, showing how plants observe light

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