The nature of functional features of different classes of G-protein-coupled receptors

K An, X Zhu, C Bai - Biology, 2022 - mdpi.com
Simple Summary The sequence–structure–function paradigm, which emphasizes the
relationship between the 3D structure and functions of a protein, is a core concept in biology …

[HTML][HTML] In silico optimization of SARS-CoV-2 spike specific nanobodies

X Zhu, K An, J Yan, P Xu, C Bai - Frontiers in Bioscience-Landmark, 2023 - imrpress.com
Background: The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has
spread worldwide, caused a global pandemic, and killed millions of people. The spike …

[HTML][HTML] Catalytic mechanism study of ATP-citrate lyase during citryl-CoA synthesis process

D Shi, X Zhu, H Zhang, J Yan, C Bai - iScience, 2024 - cell.com
ATP-citrate lyase (ACLY) is a critical metabolic enzyme and promising target for drug
development. The structure determinations of ACLY have revealed its homotetramer states …

[HTML][HTML] Mechanism Study of Proteins under Membrane Environment

Y Zhang, X Zhu, H Zhang, J Yan, P Xu, P Wu, S Wu… - Membranes, 2022 - mdpi.com
Membrane proteins play crucial roles in various physiological processes, including molecule
transport across membranes, cell communication, and signal transduction. Approximately …

[HTML][HTML] Crossing the membrane—What does it take to flip a phospholipid? Structural and biochemical advances on P4-ATPase flippases

KV Sai, JYE Lee - Journal of Biological Chemistry, 2024 - Elsevier
Membrane asymmetry is critical for maintenance of several different processes such as cell
signaling, apoptosis, and vesicular transport in various eukaryotic systems. Flippases of the …