Articles tagged with Biogenesis
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A new study reveals how the GRP94 protein shields itself during formation and suggests a way to target it for future disease treatments. The research uses cryogenic electron microscopy to capture images of the protein's interactions with other molecules, shedding light on its role in glycosylation.
Isowalsuranolide activates autophagy-dependent cell death by targeting TrxR1/2, leading to ROS-mediated lysosomal biogenesis and reduced cell growth. The study reveals the TrxR1/2-p53-TFEB/TFE3 axis as a key regulator of cellular homeostasis in cancer.
A new study discovered microplastics in the placentas of Hawaiʻi mothers between 2006 and 2021, with increasing presence found each year. The researchers believe microplastics may be ingested through food or inhaling dust particles, raising concerns about their impact on fetal health.
The discovery of the noncanonical cleavage mechanism solves a two-decade-long mystery in molecular biology regarding the cleavage of numerous pri-miRNAs in animals. The study reveals previously unrecognized DROSHA recognition sites, which are critical for noncanonical cleavage and can also function in the canonical mechanism.
A new ultrasonic method improves fetal weight prediction accuracy by analyzing three-dimensional limb volumes and abdominal circumferences. The algorithm outperforms traditional formulas in predicting macrosomia and birth weights.
A recent study published in the EMBO Journal has provided new insights into the formation of mitoribosomes, revealing a complex network of assembly factors that shield the sensitive ribosomal core. The researchers identified five key assembly factors that are conserved across different species, including humans.
Researchers from Chinese Academy of Sciences crack long-solved mystery by elucidating MPA biosynthetic pathway, revealing unique cooperation between enzymes and catabolic machinery. The study also sheds light on compartmentalized biosynthesis in fungi and plants.
The new Research Unit will analyze the assembly of thylakoids using a systematic approach to understand the molecular details of the photosynthetic process. Thylakoids are specialized membrane systems found in some bacterial species and plant cells that capture sunlight and convert it into chemical energy.
Research reveals that gene length is crucial for protein expression, with shorter genes utilizing specialized terminators to avoid repression. This finding highlights the importance of gene ends in regulating gene activity.
Researchers at the University of Alberta have developed a multi-cellular model of Zellweger's syndrome, a rare and deadly genetic disease, using fruit flies. The model mimics the human phenotype and is ideal for medical research due to its rapid development and low cost.
The NIH grants will support the study of cytochrome c biogenesis pathways in bacteria and humans. The long-term goal is to engineer electrical nanowires into E.coli to make an efficient biofuel cell. Researchers will also develop a screen to find inhibitors of the pathways, which could be potential antimicrobial agents.