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Single-stranded DNA-binding protein is dynamic, critical to DNA repair

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Researchers report that a single-stranded DNA-binding protein (SSB), once thought to be a static player among the many molecules that interact with DNA, actually moves back and forth ...

DNA-binding proteins from volcanic lakes could improve disease diagnosis

Scientists have uncovered new DNA-binding proteins from some of the most extreme environments on Earth and shown that they can improve rapid medical tests for infectious diseases. The work has been ...
Durham University

Scientists discover new DNA-binding proteins from extreme environments that could improve disease diagnosis

One of the new DNA-binding proteins was tested in a medical diagnostic method known as loop-mediated isothermal amplification ...
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Protein-Protein Binding Forces Assessed at Single Molecule Level Using Sound Waves and DNA Leashes

Temporary protein-protein bonds are essential for processes including enzymatic reactions, antibody binding, and response to medication. Being able to accurately characterize these bonds is important ...