Amino acids have long been known to improve the stability and solubility of proteins. Amino acids might be added to insulin, for example, to maintain shelf-life and stop undesired chemical reactions ...
Scientists have engineered bacteria to produce designer proteins by smuggling artificial amino acids, enabling precise drug delivery and multifunctional applications.
A new LMU study shows how proteins function reliably even without a stable 3D structure – and the crucial importance not only of short sequence motifs, but also of the chemical characteristics.
Protein isn’t just a trendy word in nutrition, it’s a crucial nutrient your body needs every day. Made up of amino acids, which are like tiny building blocks, protein helps build and repair your ...
Can you have too much protein, do some people need more than others, and what are the best protein sources? A bariatric surgeon and a dietitian answer thes, and other key questions.
An association between protein catabolism and diabetes has been known for centuries. The Greek physician Aretaeus the Cappadocian described diabetes as a condition that causes “melting of flesh” into ...
A new LMU study shows how proteins function reliably even without a stable 3D structure—and the crucial importance not only of short sequence motifs, but also of chemical characteristics. Many ...
Vienna-based start-up Arkeon Biotechnologies is producing all 20 amino acids with just three inputs: a microorganism, carbon dioxide, and hydrogen. FoodNavigator catches up with CEO Gregor Tegl to ...