Unveiling the Molecular Mechanism Behind Cross-Membrane Translocation
New research has revealed the molecular mechanism underlying cross-membrane transport of ions across cell membranes. In a study published in the journal Nature Communications, scientists from the University of California, San Diego, showed how a protein complex called the TRPV4 ion channel is responsible for the movement of essential ions, such as calcium and sodium, across cell membranes. The findings could have implications for our understanding of cell signaling, and could ultimately lead to new treatments for diseases such as diabetes, cancer, and neurological disorders.
source: Phys.org