Story Summary: One of these proteins is necessarily coded by the YKL088w gene (which explains its essential nature) and the other can be two molecules coded by either HAL3 or VHS3, or even one of each. Therefore, the proteins coded by HAL3 and VHS3 are examples of moonlighting proteins, that is, they are capable of carrying out completely different functions (at least apparently) in the cell. The research carried out by Dr Arinos group in collaboration with the University of Stellenbosch demonstrates that the heterotrimeric structure of the PPCDC can exist in a wide group of yeasts from the Ascomycetes division. This group not only includes yeasts which can be used in biotechnology and industries, such as S. cerevisiae and Pichia pastoris, but also potential pathogens such as Candida albicans. — full story– 9 July 2009Although the fact that we generate new brain cells throughout life is no longer disputed, their purpose has been the topic of much debate. — full story– 2 July 2009Although the tiny roundworm Caenorhabditis elegans has only 302 neurones in its entire nervous system, studies of this simple animal have significantly advanced our understanding of….Read the Full Story

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