Selection of Biophysical Methods for Characterisation of Membrane Proteins.
Int J Mol Sci
; 20(10)2019 May 27.
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ABSTRACT
Over the years, there have been many developments and advances in the field of integral membrane protein research. As important pharmaceutical targets, it is paramount to understand the mechanisms of action that govern their structure-function relationships. However, the study of integral membrane proteins is still incredibly challenging, mostly due to their low expression and instability once extracted from the native biological membrane. Nevertheless, milligrams of pure, stable, and functional protein are always required for biochemical and structural studies. Many modern biophysical tools are available today that provide critical information regarding to the characterisation and behaviour of integral membrane proteins in solution. These biophysical approaches play an important role in both basic research and in early-stage drug discovery processes. In this review, it is not our objective to present a comprehensive list of all existing biophysical methods, but a selection of the most useful and easily applied to basic integral membrane protein research.
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Dicroísmo Circular
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Recuperação de Fluorescência Após Fotodegradação
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Difusão Dinâmica da Luz
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Proteínas de Membrana
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Animals
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Humans
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2019
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