Proteins are one of the essential macronutrients other than carbohydrates and fat. Proteins are made of amino acids, both essential and non-essential amino acids which is utilized in the synthesis of ...

Proteins, the pillars of cellular function, often assemble into 'complexes' to fulfill their functions. A study reveals why this assembly often begins during the very process of protein synthesis or ...

Some proteins shift their shape when exposed to different temperatures, revealing previously unknown binding sites for medications. The findings could revolutionize wide swathes of biology by ...

Ever hear your stomach grumbling even though you just ate? Your meal or snack might not have been as balanced as you think. Combining complex carbohydrates with protein and fat is the best recipe for ...

G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) are expressed on the surface of cells and regulate a range of important functions. Because they are involved in so many sensory and physiological processes, ...

A hustle and bustle like at the Zurich Street Parade: inside a cell, countless different proteins interact with each other around the cell nucleus. Inside cells, it's like in a packed dance club: ...

This story is part of a larger series on viroids and virusoids, small infectious RNAs. It is also the third installment in a series on hepatitis D virus, a virusoid-like pathogen that causes serious ...

Sweet proteins, a class of naturally occurring molecules found primarily in tropical fruits and certain plants, have attracted considerable interest as potential alternatives to synthetic low-calorie ...

Proteins, the natural molecules that carry out key cellular functions within the body, are the building blocks of all diseases. Characterizing proteins can reveal the mechanisms of a disease, ...