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Researchers discover how glycans act as gateways for SARS-CoV-2 entry

Since the early days of the COVID pandemic, scientists have aggressively pursued the secrets of the mechanisms that allow severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) to enter and infect healthy human cells.

From UC San Diego 20 Aug 2021

New mouse line reveals the state of proteostasis in mammalian brain for the first time

Proteins are the "tools" of our cells – they are essential to all vital tasks. However, they are only able to do their jobs if they fold correctly and adopt their respective, very specific 3D structure.

20 Aug 2021

New technique can map out nearly all of the regulatory switches across a maize genome

Getting a full understanding of how genes are regulated is a major goal of scientists worldwide. Now, a Florida State University professor and his research partners have developed a technique that can map out nearly all of the likely regulatory switches across a genome.

16 Aug 2021

New system solves 3D structures of RNA-only molecules with unprecedented speed and accuracy

The single-stranded genetic material RNA is best known for guiding the assembly of proteins in our cells and carrying the genetic code for viruses like SARS-CoV-2 and HIV.

16 Aug 2021

Study analyzes the role of eIF4A3 protein in cancer cell growth

Cell growth requires new proteins and the same applies to cancer cells. Scientists analyzed the protein eIF4A3 and its role in the growth of cancer cells.

10 Aug 2021

Researchers identify key enzyme for producing a major industrial chemical in plants

Scientists studying the biochemistry of plant cell walls have identified an enzyme that could turn woody poplar trees into a source for producing a major industrial chemical.

6 Aug 2021

Study unravels vital mechanism coordinating cell division and adhesion in humans

A new study by scientists has unraveled a crucial mechanism that coordinates the processes of cell division and adhesion in humans.

29 Jul 2021

Research group analyzes methods to tackle antibiotic resistance

One major threat that the world faces and researchers are working to combat today is antibiotic resistance, and six CSRI students are doing their part in the fight.

28 Jul 2021

New insights on an enzyme complex involved in plaque production

A research team led by Wim Annaert (VIB-KU Leuven) uncovered the early assembly of gamma-secretase, a protein complex linked to numerous cellular processes including the development of Alzheimer's disease.

23 Jul 2021

Study identifies a signaling protein that controls the assembly of mitochondria

Scientists from the University of Freiburg have identified a signaling protein that regulates the assembly of human cellular “power plants.”

21 Jul 2021

Study reveals neurotransmitter releases impairments in schizophrenia patients

A research team revealed that neurotransmitter release in the brain is impaired in patients with schizophrenia who possess a rare, single-gene mutation.

16 Jul 2021

Researchers identify gene responsible for vicine-convicine content in faba beans

Faba beans are exceptional sources of food protein; however, around 4 % of the world’s population is affected by favism.

12 Jul 2021

Researchers develop novel technique to control tiny water droplets in lab-on-a-chip applications

Scientists develop a method to better manipulate tiny droplets in lab-on-a-chip applications for biochemistry, cell culturing, and drug screening.

12 Jul 2021

Researchers from Himachal Report a Novel Bacterial Biopigment with Diverse Applications

Researchers have discovered a psychrophilic bacterial strain, called Rhodonellum psychrophilum GL8, at the high altitude Pangong Tso Lake in the Himalayas.

9 Jul 2021

Carrying out CRISPR/Cas9 in Space

In our latest interview, AZoLifeSciences spoke to a team of researchers about their latest research which involved carrying out CRISPR/Cas9 in Space.

8 Jul 2021

Protein's 'silent code' influences cell movement

The protein actin is ubiquitous and essential for life. In mammals, every cell expresses two of its forms, beta-actin and gamma-nonmuscle-actin. Despite having distinct roles, the two forms are nearly identical, sharing 99% of their amino acid sequence.

8 Jul 2021

Biochemistry News and Research

Researchers discover how glycans act as gateways for SARS-CoV-2 entry

New mouse line reveals the state of proteostasis in mammalian brain for the first time

New technique can map out nearly all of the regulatory switches across a maize genome

New system solves 3D structures of RNA-only molecules with unprecedented speed and accuracy

Study analyzes the role of eIF4A3 protein in cancer cell growth

Researchers identify key enzyme for producing a major industrial chemical in plants

Study unravels vital mechanism coordinating cell division and adhesion in humans

Research group analyzes methods to tackle antibiotic resistance

New insights on an enzyme complex involved in plaque production

Study identifies a signaling protein that controls the assembly of mitochondria

Study reveals neurotransmitter releases impairments in schizophrenia patients

Researchers identify gene responsible for vicine-convicine content in faba beans

Researchers develop novel technique to control tiny water droplets in lab-on-a-chip applications

Researchers from Himachal Report a Novel Bacterial Biopigment with Diverse Applications

Carrying out CRISPR/Cas9 in Space

Protein's 'silent code' influences cell movement

Meat and meat-based substitutes vary widely in their nutritional content

Two plant stem cell proteins control the division of cells and their response to stress

Study reveals warmer nights change the rice plant’s biological rhythm

New MRSA superbug tactic could boost vaccine development

Driving Support for Pharmaceutical Testing Through Continuous Innovation

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