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Single periaxin conformation
Myelin protein disorder reviewed (20.02.2020)
Myelin, the insulative multilamellar sheath that enwraps axons, speeds up our nerve impulses by two orders of magnitude – a prerequisite for an efficient nervous system that we humans and other vertebrates enjoy. Myelin gains its structure and function from a high abundance of lipids and proteins, many of which are specific to this enigmatic biological system.
Cryo-EM structures of the NatE complex with/without HYPK bound
The structure of an enzyme complex upregulated in cancer (11.02.2020)
In human cells, N-terminal acetylation is among the most common protein modifications. Now, researchers at the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Bergen have revealed the structural and biochemical properties of the major molecular machine involved in this process. Cancer cells require this enzyme for survival and proliferation.
Luftbilde av haukeland
Northern access road closed in 2020 (06.02.2020)
From 2 January, the ramp north of Haukeland University Hospital will be closed for cars, bikes and pedestrians for the whole year 2020.
2019 package pick-up winner
2019 Package Pick-up Competition Winner Announced! (04.02.2020)