Proteins

UChicago scientists experiment with materials that can “remember” A research team at the University of Chicago is exploring how cells remember and respond to environmental pressure. In a simulated actin network, actin filaments start out randomly oriented (left) but align after pressure is applied (right).

UChicago scientists experiment with materials that can “remember”

New research identifies properties that allow proteins to strengthen under pressure

UChicago, Argonne scientists zero in on molecules that could fight COVID-19 Scientist works in lab holding pipette

UChicago, Argonne scientists zero in on molecules that could fight COVID-19

New coronavirus protein, mapped in Chicago, reveals drug target Newly mapped coronavirus protein

New coronavirus protein, mapped in Chicago, reveals drug target

Study shows proteins may prevent dysfunction and disease by relaxing

Study shows proteins may prevent dysfunction and disease by relaxing