Lipids are fatty molecules that play critical roles in cell function, including membrane structure, energy storage and ...

A computer-driven strategy has revealed new insights into how membrane proteins behave and function, potentially aiding drug and therapeutic design.

Some cells, such as immune cells, are highly mobile—they constantly remodel their shape, migrate toward a wound that needs to ...

The authors describe an interesting approach to studying the dynamics and function of membrane proteins in different lipid environments. The important findings have theoretical and practical ...

Researchers in Göttingen, Germany, have elucidated the structure and function of otoferlin, a protein that plays a crucial ...

Cellular membrane proteins play many important roles throughout the body, including transporting substances in and out of the cell, transmitting signals, speeding up reactions and helping neighboring ...

Even in death, cells leave a trace. Scientists have discovered a microscopic “Footprint of Death” that not only helps the ...

A new study presents computational strategies to manipulate membrane protein folding and function for biotechnological applications.

Researchers have developed a novel computational framework to monitor and optimize proton ceramic electrochemical reactors ...

Kate Adamala started work on a cell in which the natural molecular structure is reversed. Then a possible doomsday scenario became clear.