structural biology

PDB’s Molecule Of The Month: The Coronavirus Protease

Finding a way to block COVID-19’s distinctive heart-shaped protease may be the key to stopping the ongoing epidemic.

How Protein ‘Entanglement’ Leads To Brain Diseases

These findings suggest that preventing protein entanglement could be one way to treat neurodegenerative diseases caused by polyglutamine proteins.

A Closeup Of The Herpes Simplex Virus

Using cryo-electron microscopy, researchers have determined the structure of a herpesvirus capsid, shedding light on the assembly of viral particles.

Asia’s Rising Scientists: Arun K. Shukla

Arun K. Shukla is tackling some of the most challenging questions in the field of G protein-coupled receptor biology.

Four From Asia Among EMBO Young Investigator 2017 Cohort

The European Molecular Biology Organization has inducted 28 new researchers into its Young Investigators Program, including four based in Asia.

Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Amit Sharma

Dr. Amit Sharma is leading the charge in the search for new drugs against the ancient scourge of malaria.

How A Velcro-Like Malarial Protein Hijacks Immune System

The structure of the malarial protein involved in rosette formation could help scientists develop treatments for symptoms associated with severe forms of the disease.

Scientists Uncover Secondary Structure Of Lewy Bodies

The secondary structure of plaques known as Lewy bodies could help researchers develop new treatments for Parkinson's disease.

TLR9: Two Rings To Bind Them?

The structure of TLR9 could lead to the design of new drugs targeting this important immune receptor.

NTU Launches US$24 Million Institute Dedicated To Structural Biology

The new institute chaired by Professor Daniela Rhodes will focus on multidisciplinary problems in the field of structural biology.