A new review reveals that heme converts tiny chemical changes into larger biological responses, regulating functions from microbial metabolism to mammalian signaling. Labile heme, a small and dynamic fraction of heme, plays a crucial role in this process, allowing for finely tuned sensitivity to environmental conditions.
SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalBulletin of the Chemical Society of Japan·TypeLiterature review·DateJul 30, 2026
Northwestern University chemists have developed a new approach that replaces traditional trial-and-error methods with intentional design using flexible DNA strands. The strategy enables precise control over protein connections, creating soft, flexible crystals with high structural order. This breakthrough simplifies one of structural b...
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalScience Advances·DateJul 29, 2026
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Researchers at ISTA have developed a way to guide AlphaFold with experimental data, enabling the model to better reflect physical and biological reality. This approach aims to improve future predictive models by accounting for structural heterogeneity and dynamism in proteins.
SourceInstitute of Science and Technology Austria·JournalNature Biotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 29, 2026
Artificial Intelligence is transforming protein research by predicting structures, learning patterns of evolutionary variation, and exploring designable regions of protein space. AI-derived data reveals new insights into protein organization, folding topology, and functional specialization.
Physicists at UC Berkeley introduce phase contrast to electron microscopy, enabling clearer images of small molecules and structures inside cells. The laser phase plate enhances cryoelectron microscopy, overcoming signal-to-noise limitations and paving the way for new drug discovery.
SourceUniversity of California - Berkeley·JournalScience·DateJun 11, 2026
Researchers have uncovered the structural basis of Argonaute assembly, revealing that chaperone proteins hold it in an open conformation allowing miRNA loading. The study also found that RNA plays a key role in guiding Argonaute folding.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 10, 2026
Scientists at BGU have identified two key principles governing the assembly of bacterioferritin proteins in bacteria. These rules limit the number of viable configurations while allowing flexibility, resulting in stable, functional structures without strict external control.
SourceBen-Gurion University of the Negev·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 14, 2026
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TOR protein's molecular switch regulator, SEA complex, has been structurally solved by CNIO researcher Lucas Tafur. The study reveals that SEA doesn't regulate TOR in the way previously thought, providing new insights into understanding cancer and disease prevention.
SourceCentro Nacional de Investigaciones Oncológicas (CNIO)·JournalNature Structural & Molecular Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 23, 2026
Scientists have added millions of protein complex structures to the AlphaFold Database, shedding light on how proteins interact. The dataset prioritizes human health and disease research, enabling researchers to test, refine, and build upon it.
SourceEuropean Molecular Biology Laboratory·DateMar 17, 2026
Researchers developed a free-to-use software tool, PSBench, to verify the accuracy of artificial intelligence-based protein structure predictions. The database includes 1.4 million annotated protein models, verified by experts, and provides reliable information for building more accurate AI systems.
Researchers have developed a device that cuts sample consumption by as much as 97% while producing high-quality structural data for X-ray crystallography. This innovation enables the study of rare proteins and accelerates drug discovery, unlocking new insights into disease mechanisms.
SourceArizona State University·TypeObservational study·DateFeb 5, 2026
Researchers uncover a unique structural motif in the tail region of kinesin-2 that acts as a molecular 'connector,' allowing the motor to correctly recognize and transport its cargo inside cells. The discovery provides new insights into brain transport and diseases, paving the way for diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
SourceJuntendo University Research Promotion Center·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 6, 2025
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Researchers have unraveled the structure of two key malaria parasite proteins, offering opportunities for new vaccines that block mosquito transmission. The discovery is a significant step towards eradicating the deadly disease.
SourceRadboud University Medical Center·JournalImmunity·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 9, 2025
Researchers used NMR spectroscopy to capture enzyme dynamics, discovering a 'crossover loop' structure that plays a crucial role in catalyzing reactions. This new method promises unprecedented access to biomolecule mechanisms and potential pathologies.
SourceTokyo Metropolitan University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateOct 4, 2025
Researchers discovered that the functional splitting of transposon-derived RNAs drove the emergence of Type V CRISPR-Cas immunity. This innovation enabled the development of compact nucleases with flexible guide RNAs, offering design principles to create smaller and more versatile CRISPR tools.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalCell·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 29, 2025
The study reveals that four units of ZapA protein form an asymmetric ladder-like structure with FtsZ protofilaments, impacting the alignment of the Z-ring. The interaction between ZapA and FtsZ is dynamic, with cooperative binding and structural alterations, enabling the maintenance of FtsZ mobility.
SourceRitsumeikan University·JournalNature Communications·TypeImaging analysis·DateJul 22, 2025
A team from Kyushu University has discovered that the smallest known protein-based tRNA-processing enzyme, HARP, forms a star-shaped complex to cut both ends of tRNA. This finding sheds light on how HARP processes the 5' leader sequence and reveals a new mechanism for RNA processing.
SourceKyushu University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 7, 2025
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A study reveals that ultra-small nanoparticles can induce abnormal protein conformation and have the potential to cause pathological conditions like Alzheimer's disease. The researchers used spectroscopy-based experiments to analyze the interactions between bovine serum albumin and silica nanoparticles.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalLangmuir·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 26, 2025
Researchers discovered that CsrA gathers in droplet-like structures inside cells to control bacterial gene activation. These compartments help bacteria adapt to environments and switch between harmless and virulent states.
SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 24, 2025
Researchers trained a machine learning algorithm to identify over 30 viable treatments for diseases caused by bat-borne Nipah and Hendra henipaviruses. The study used Rhodium software to virtually screen compounds based on the protein structure of the measles virus.
Research reveals DHX36 plays a crucial role in normal chromatin architecture and rRNA homeostasis during oocyte growth. DHX36 deficiency impairs meiotic maturation, post-fertilization embryonic development, and disrupts ribosome assembly.
SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 17, 2025
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Researchers developed a computational model that reproduces intricate protein structures at postsynaptic densities, crucial sites for learning and memory. The model reveals details on how these proteins organize into unique structures through liquid-liquid phase separation, enabling sustained activation of downstream signaling pathways.
SourceFujita Health University·JournalCell Reports·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 16, 2025
Researchers from ICTER have determined the 3D structure of RBP3, a key molecule in the visual cycle, shedding light on its role in retinal diseases such as diabetic retinopathy. The study reveals conformational changes upon binding to ligands, providing new insights into its functional mechanisms.
SourceInstitute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences·JournalOpen Biology·DateApr 16, 2025
A novel AI tool, RibbonFold, predicts the structures of amyloids, revealing previously overlooked nuances in their formation and evolution. This breakthrough may reshape how researchers approach neurodegenerative disease treatment and offers a scalable method for analyzing harmful protein aggregates.
SourceRice University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateApr 15, 2025
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Researchers at Pitt have produced the most detailed image of a bacteriophage, revealing its structural makeup and enabling the design of phages to target specific bacterial strains. The high-definition images reveal intricate interactions between proteins in the tail tip, which binds to bacteria cells.
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalCell·TypeImaging analysis·DateApr 15, 2025
A research team has identified a key protein suspected to be involved in benzodiazepine-related inflammation, which could inform strategies to improve benzodiazepine drug design and treat inflammation-related conditions. The findings may lead to new treatments for diseases such as Alzheimer's, arthritis, and multiple sclerosis.
SourceVirginia Commonwealth University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateApr 14, 2025
Researchers at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital have designed a new drug framework that selectively targets the CYP3A4 enzyme, reducing off-target effects. The discovery provides a roadmap for future drug developers to better evaluate drug interactions and selectively target CYP proteins.
SourceSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 10, 2025
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Researchers have gained detailed insights into RBP3's structure and mechanism of action, shedding light on its role in protecting the retina from diseases. The study suggests potential therapies to slow or stop retinal degeneration, including RP and myopia.
SourceInstitute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences·JournalOpen Biology·DateApr 4, 2025
Researchers used cryo-electron microscopy to visualize the dynamic motion of a human chromatin remodeler in action, capturing 13 distinct structures that reveal the full picture of nucleosome sliding. This comprehensive view sheds light on how chromatin remodeling affects gene access and expression.
SourceSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital·JournalCell Research·DateApr 4, 2025
A machine-learning algorithm named catGRANULE 2.0 ROBOT identifies molecular targets for further researches and therapies in neurodegenerative diseases. The algorithm analyzes protein-RNA interaction to predict potential harm and identify early pathological signals.
SourceIstituto Italiano di Tecnologia - IIT·JournalGenome Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 1, 2025
The Protein Society recognizes five award winners in 2025 for their groundbreaking research in protein science and technology. Professor Jan Steyaert receives the Christian B. Anfinsen Award for pioneering nanobody technology, while Dr. Brian Kuhlman wins the Emil Thomas Kaiser Award for novel protein design and structural modeling.
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Researchers at Kyoto University have captured the first high-resolution structure of Ebola's nucleocapsid using single-particle cryo-electron microscopy. This visualization reveals sophisticated interactions between structural components, including VP24 and NP proteins, which govern virus assembly, RNA synthesis, and transport.
SourceKyoto University·JournalNature Communications·TypeObservational study·DateMar 26, 2025
Researchers directly observed DNA formation into rod-shaped chromosomes during cell division, revealing the role of condensin complexes and their looping process in compaction. This discovery provides insights into the molecular mechanism of chromosome segregation.
SourceEuropean Molecular Biology Laboratory·JournalCell·DateMar 24, 2025
A team of scientists has successfully developed a novel platform for diabetes treatment utilizing bioink derived from pancreatic tissue and 3D bioprinting technology. The HICA-V platform replicates the structure and function of the human endocrine pancreas, supporting islet maturation and functional enhancement.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 19, 2025
A new bacterial protein, BeeR, has been identified and its structure is being used to develop protein nanoparticles for targeted cancer drug delivery. The protein forms a hollow tube with a cavity capable of containing drug molecules.
SourceKing's College London·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 17, 2025
The study found that tunneling nanotube-like structures connect cells in the heart, enabling long-distance intercellular communication essential for heart formation. Disruption of these structures resulted in impaired ventricular wall morphogenesis and defective myocardial growth.
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A new study introduces Aloe vera as a natural scaffold for cultured meat production, enhancing the taste and texture of alternative proteins. The research also highlights a novel bioprocessing approach using Aloe vera scaffolds in a macrofluidic single-use bioreactor.
SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·Journalnpj Science of Food·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 2025
Researchers have uncovered two major genes responsible for sorghum's double-grain spikelet, leading to a significant increase in grain number and crop yield. The study found that the DG1 gene regulates floret meristem formation and differentiation, restoring fertility to the lower floret and resulting in the double-grain trait.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalNature Plants·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 2025
The TTUHSC Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences hosted the 37th Student Research Week, showcasing student researchers' work and presentations from distinguished national speakers. The event featured an increase in abstract submissions and lightning talk sessions.
SourceTexas Tech University Health Sciences Center·DateMar 10, 2025
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A new paper proposes that temperature plays a fundamental role in setting off shapeshifting in metamorphic proteins. Researchers analyzed differences in hydrophobic contacts and found significant temperature-dependent changes, supporting their theory.
SourceUniversity of Maryland·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 10, 2025
Researchers developed an efficient way to predict structures of human proteins that were previously challenging to observe. The algorithm, AlphaFold-Metainference, outperformed existing methods in accuracy and can be applied to other biomolecules like DNA and RNA.
SourceBiomedical Sciences Research Center Alexander Fleming·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 6, 2025
Researchers at Sanford Burnham Prebys have discovered a way to target the energy supply chain of cancer cells. By understanding how enzymes like ubiquitous mitochondrial creatine kinase (uMtCK) function, scientists can design new treatments that slow or stop tumor growth.
SourceSanford Burnham Prebys·JournalStructure·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 5, 2025
A new in-cell characterization method allows for the direct analysis of protein structures and conformations within living cells. The study reveals three main conformational forms of calmodulin, with the extended form being significantly more abundant than in purified form.
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMar 3, 2025
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Researchers have developed a palladium-mediated reaction to precisely modify peptides and proteins, overcoming challenges in bioconjugation. The method targets dehydroalanine-containing peptides and proteins, enabling efficient synthesis of structurally unique peptides.
SourceNational University of Singapore·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 27, 2025
Researchers developed Janus-type supramolecules that form stable ribbon-type assemblies, guiding the arrangement of ion channels across lipid membranes. The supramolecular channels mediate efficient and selective K+ transport, disrupting cancer cell balance and inducing apoptosis.
SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 27, 2025
Researchers at Kobe University discovered that the molecule afadin plays a crucial role in cell adhesion by facilitating droplet formation. This process is essential for organs to form properly and tissues to develop, with significant implications for cancer metastasis and tissue engineering.
SourceKobe University·JournalCell Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 26, 2025
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Researchers at POSTECH developed a super-photostable organic dye, PF555, to track proteins in cells over extended periods. This breakthrough enables observation of endocytosis and protein interactions, revealing EGFR's active navigation in its environment.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalNature Methods·DateFeb 26, 2025
A new integrated 3D imaging approach has revealed exquisite detail of the virus assembly process used by herpes simplex virus during replication. The research identified previously unknown functions of HSV-1 structural proteins and provided insights into the unmutated gene's usual role in viral assembly.
Researchers at La Jolla Institute for Immunology have discovered a human antibody called mAb 3A6 that may prove useful against deadly outbreaks. The antibody was isolated from an Ebola survivor and found to block infection by binding to the viral stalk, offering protection at a very low dose.
SourceLa Jolla Institute for Immunology·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 20, 2025
Researchers from Nagoya Institute of Technology have shed light on the mechanisms of bacterial flagellar motors, which propel bacteria through fluids. The study used CryoEM to capture high-resolution images of stator complexes and identified key molecular cavities for sodium ions.
SourceNagoya Institute of Technology·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 13, 2025
Researchers used cryo-electron microscopy to determine the atomic structure of collagen assemblies with an unexpected right-handed superhelical twist. This discovery could reshape biomedical research by revealing greater structural diversity in collagen.
SourceRice University·JournalACS Central Science·DateFeb 7, 2025
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Researchers at Rice University have discovered a new method for customizing engineered living materials (ELMs) by altering protein matrices. The study revealed that small genetic changes can significantly impact the behavior of these materials, making them ideal for applications like tissue engineering and drug delivery.
SourceRice University·JournalACS Synthetic Biology·DateFeb 5, 2025
A team of researchers has developed a novel model of the Blood-Brain Barrier, which mimics the complex structure of cerebral blood vessels. This breakthrough enables scientists to study neuroinflammation and develop new therapeutic strategies for Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalBiomaterials Research·DateFeb 3, 2025
ApoB100 protein structure revealed for the first time, allowing for more precise testing and treatment of high cholesterol and heart disease. The discovery may lead to new drugs targeting LDL particles, reducing side effects of statin drugs.
SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalNature·DateFeb 3, 2025
Researchers use generative AI to predict chromatin structures in single cells, overcoming limitations of existing experimental methods. The technique can generate thousands of structure predictions in minutes, enabling faster study of how 3D genome organization affects gene expression.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalScience Advances·DateJan 31, 2025
A team of researchers at Duke University has developed a novel AI-based platform that can design and match small peptides with complex proteins, previously considered unreachable. The PepPrCLIP platform utilizes generative large language models to create peptide guide proteins and an algorithm framework to screen and test the peptides.
SourceDuke University·JournalScience Advances·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 30, 2025
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Proteins form complexes to fulfill their functions, with assembly often beginning during synthesis. Misfolded proteins can lead to cellular dysfunction and diseases; understanding co-translational assembly may help develop new therapeutic approaches.
SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalCell·TypeNews article·DateJan 27, 2025
Researchers at the Leibniz Institute for Food Systems Biology found that fava bean protein nanofibrils alter the activity of receptor genes and interact with cell membranes, influencing texture perception. The study aims to develop sensorially appealing plant-based foods with improved texture.
SourceLeibniz-Institut für Lebensmittel-Systembiologie an der TU München·JournalFoods·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 23, 2025
Researchers have created a detailed structural map of GABA A receptors in the human brain, revealing how they assemble and interact with drugs. The study provides new insights into treating epilepsy, anxiety, depression, and insomnia, and paves the way for customized therapies.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 22, 2025
Researchers developed ProteinReDiff, an AI-powered method to redesign proteins for improved ligand binding. The approach uses initial protein sequences and ligand SMILES strings, reducing reliance on detailed structural data.
SourceUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham·JournalStructural Dynamics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 21, 2025
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