Proteins

A new molecular dynamics study reveals how some stapled peptides shapeshift to slip through cellular barriers and target key disease-related proteins within cells.

A novel approach for sequencing custom-built synthetic peptide rings opens up new drug discovery possibilities.

The AllerCatPro analysis workflow helps researchers predict the likelihood of a protein producing an allergic response in people.

Breakthrough technology quickly separates large proteins and viruses from their surroundings, which improves purification of vaccines and protein therapuetics

Revelation of the function of a protein complex that controls cell proliferation in fruit fly wings provides insights into tumor growth

A protein thwarts developmental abnormalities by preventing removal of critical chemical marks from embryonic DNA

Two proteins that regulate cell division co-operate to control neuronal differentiation

Small alterations to a chromosomal protein have far-reaching effects on gene expression activity

Identification of a signaling pathway could aid development of stem cell-based therapies for Parkinson’s disease

Nanoparticles offer insights into interactions between single-stranded DNA and their binding proteins

Gene regulation may depend more on the synergy of multiple proteins rather than discrete contributions of individual factors

A protein secreted from breast cancer cells enhances the spread and survival of tumor cells