More information: Philip Hehlert et al, NOMPC ion channel hinge forms a gating spring that initiates mechanosensation, Nature Neuroscience (2025). DOI: 10.1038/s41593-024-01849-3 ...

If there isn't enough torque for it to latch, give the top of the spring another turn or two. If the gate will close and latch when opened only to a 45-degree angle, your job is done.

Hearing triggered by molecular 'spring' Research team gains new insights into the sense of hearing Date: March 10, 2025 Source: University of Göttingen Summary: Hearing begins with the stretching ...