Scientists 'watch' formation of cells' protein factories, ribosomes, for first time
Sunday, October 31, 2010 - 21:30
in Physics & Chemistry
Scientists have revealed the first-ever pictures of the formation of cells' "protein factories." In addition to being a major technical feat on its own, the work could open new pathways for development of antibiotics and treatments for diseases tied to errors in ribosome formation. In addition, the techniques developed in the study can now be applied to other complex challenges in the understanding of cellular processes.