Transport proteins are responsible for the ongoing movement of substrates into and out of a biological cell. However, it is difficult to determine which substrates a specific protein can transport. Bioinformaticians have now developed a model -- called SPOT -- which can predict this with a high degree of accuracy...
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Scientists design new drug to fight malaria
A team has designed a new drug against malaria and identified its mechanism of action.
Study unveals a novel protective mechanism in bacterial cell wall
Researchers have discovered a widespread mechanism in bacteria that enhances the bacteria's defense against environmental threats. The discovery, which may be important for research into developing new treatments, shows how a specific cross-linking mode in the peptidoglycan cell wall inhibits the activity of certain cell wall degrading enzymes, and thus...
Bacteria involved in gum disease linked to increased risk of head and neck cancer
More than a dozen bacterial species among the hundreds that live in people's mouths have been linked to a collective 50% increased chance of developing head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC), a new study shows. Some of these microbes had previously been shown to contribute to periodontal disease, serious...
Ice Cores Show Pollution’s Impact on Arctic Atmosphere
Dartmouth study solves a marine mystery by tying ocean biomarker to pollution levels.
‘Invisible Forest’ of Algae Thrives as Ocean Warms
An “invisible forest” of phytoplankton is thriving in part of our warming ocean, new research shows.
Major Boost in Carbon Capture and Storage Essential to Reach 2°C Climate Target
Large expansion of carbon capture and storage is necessary to fulfill the Paris Climate Agreement.
New Continuous Reaction Process can Help Turn Plant Waste into Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Washington State University scientists successfully tested a new way to produce sustainable jet fuel from lignin-based agricultural waste.
Soil and Water Pollution: An Invisible Threat to Cardiovascular Health
Pesticides, heavy metals, micro- and nanoplastics in the soil and environmentally harmful chemicals can have a detrimental effect on the cardiovascular system, according to a review paper published today in Nature Reviews Cardiology.
Night-Time Noise Linked to Restless Nights for Airport Neighbours
Noise from aircraft at night is linked with disturbed sleep quality and sleep-wake cycle, a new study using movement trackers has shown.