A closer look at how local protein production is altered in ALS

The functioning of neurons, cells that transmit information in the nervous system, heavily relies on the production of ...

Lewy body formation in Parkinson's disease: Scientists propose a new molecular roadmap

Proteins form the building blocks of life, but when they form unusual clumps inside the brain, they raise an alarm that ...
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Scientists reveal protein synthesis mechanism in Giardia

Cryo-EM structure of the Giardia ribosome reveals a highly compact, GC-rich rRNA with eukaryotic r-proteins. (A) Structure of the Giardia ribosome with all the r-proteins colored (SSU, shades of blue ...
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A breakthrough tool for detecting problems during protein synthesis

A newly developed luciferase-based reporter can detect problems in protein translocation and disulfide bond formation in the endoplasmic reticulum (ER). Inspired by natural mechanisms found in ...
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Ageing slows brain protein clearance and shifts synaptic waste to microglia

By Vijay Kumar Malesu New mouse data reveal that ageing neurons struggle to clear synaptic proteins, shifting the burden to ...

8 High-Protein Foods That Help Build And Repair Lean Muscle

If you're aiming to build muscles, your diet should have high-protein foods. They supply essential amino acids that are ...

Eating Enough Protein? Why Your Body May Not Be Absorbing It

Eating enough protein doesn’t always mean your body can use it. On the 'Live & Well' podcast, Courtney McHugh explains why ...