Biophysicists have elucidated why unexpected structures can sometimes arise during protein design. Artificially designed proteins are usually based on building blocks that obey strict rules of ...

To stay healthy, our cells rely on a self-cleaning mechanism that removes defective or unnecessary components. This process, ...

Protein aggregates, damaged organelles, and invading bacteria are identified and removed in healthy cells. An international ...

Scientists have long known that cellular membranes vary in thickness, but measuring those differences inside actual cells has ...

New therapy uses synthetic nanofibers to mimic the natural signaling of a protein that is crucial for cartilage formation and maintenance. Researchers found that intensifying the motion of molecules ...

According to Tufts Medical Center, eating protein is important. Every cell in the body contains protein. You need protein to help your body repair cells and make new ones. Protein is also important ...