Uncovering the Secrets of How Deubiquitinating Enzymes Keep Protein Factories Running
In a groundbreaking study published this week, researchers from the University of California, San Diego have discovered a new way to understand how protein factories in cells are regulated. Using a combination of biochemical and computational approaches, the team identified a new type of enzyme, called deubiquitinating enzymes, that act as control switches to regulate protein production. These enzymes act like a dimmer switch, controlling the speed at which proteins are made. This discovery could lead to new treatments for a variety of diseases, from cancer to Alzheimer’s.
source: Phys.org