Powerful computer models reveal key biological mechanism

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Intein crystal prior to protein splicing. Credit: RensselaerPhilip Shemella
Intein crystal prior to protein splicing. Credit: Rensselaer/Philip Shemella

Using powerful computers to model the intricate dance of atoms and molecules, researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have revealed the mechanism behind an important biological reaction. In collaboration with scientists from the Wadsworth Center of the New York State Department of Health, the team is working to harness the reaction to develop a "nanoswitch" for a variety of applications, from targeted drug delivery to genomics and proteomics to sensors.


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