To ensure that protein production in our cells runs smoothly, the protein complex NAC slows down the rate of protein ...

A new study shows how histones undergo correct chemical modifications during synthesis to guide new therapies.

How did catalytic organic polymers emerge on prebiotic Earth? Answering this essential question will unlock key understandings in the origin of life. A team of scientists at Tohoku University have ...

Recent advances in synthetic polypeptide and polymer chemistry have transformed the landscape of biomaterials by combining the precision of organic synthesis with the versatile functionalities of ...

Animals such as spiders make fibers which are strong and elastic. These fibers have a polypeptide structure and serve as inspiration for research into the development of functional materials.

The protein factories in our cells – so-called ribosomes – have a central task: during a process known as translation, amino acids are linked together ...