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Structural Study of a Virus
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Researchers are using their research to understand the structural basis of COVID-19 by decoding every single protein in its proteome, in particular the spike protein, which is being studied as a possible target for antibodies and treatments.
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Research is being done to understand the structural basis of the COVID-19 virus and to decode every protein in its proteome.
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Research is being done to understand the structural basis of the COVID-19 virus and to decode every protein in its proteome. The cryo-EM data allows for the reconstruction of two-thirds of the spike protein, which provides insight into the evolution of the molecule.
ChapterStructural Study of a Virus
Episode#153 – Dmitry Korkin: Evolution of Proteins, Viruses, Life, and AI
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Researchers at UMass Medical School have recently discovered a mutation in the spike protein of COVID-19, emphasizing a need for continued research and understanding of the virus.
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Researchers at UMass Medical School have recently discovered a mutation in the spike protein of COVID-19, emphasizing a need for continued research and understanding of the virus.
ChapterStructural Study of a Virus
Episode#153 – Dmitry Korkin: Evolution of Proteins, Viruses, Life, and AI
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The capsid protein, which is the inner core of the viral particle, protects the RNA of the virus and acts as a shield.
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The capsid protein, which is the inner core of the viral particle, protects the RNA of the virus and acts as a shield. Evolutionary analysis suggests that this protein is more stable compared to other proteins in the virus, making it a potential target for treatments.