A visualization that depicts the fascinating world of molecular recycling. The proteasome is a sophisticated protein recycling machine. Present in nearly every cell of the human body, this remarkable molecular machine cleaves old proteins into short segments for cellular maintenance. This film captures the critical moments of the protein degradation process, offering an unprecedented view of the molecular mechanisms involved. Watch as the molecular motor mechanically unwinds the protein, while cleaving sites inside a protective core precisely cut the protein strand into pieces. Created with actual data from X-ray crystallography and cryo-electron microscopy, this movie is a breathtaking journey into the wonder of biology.
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