Green fluorescent protein molecule F006 / 9313
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Green fluorescent protein molecule F006 / 9313
Green fluorescent protein (GFP), molecular model. The molecule has a cylindrical structure formed from beta sheets (ribbons). GFP is found in the Pacific jellyfish Aequorea victoria. It fluoresces green when blue light is shone on it. GFP is widely used as a research tool in biology and medicine. The gene coding for it can be tagged to the genes of other proteins or viruses to study their movements within cells. They can also be used to tag cancer cells to track their spread through the body
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Alpha Helix Beta Sheet Bioluminescence Bioluminescent Biotechnology Compound Compounds Computer Model Green Fluorescent Protein Marker Molecules Proteins Proteomics Sheet Sheets Strand Tertiary Structure Aequorea Victoria Biochemical Biochemistry Cutouts Molecular Molecular Model Molecular Structure Protein
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This print showcases the intricate structure of the Green Fluorescent Protein (GFP) molecule, known as F006/9313. The GFP molecule, found in the Pacific jellyfish Aequorea victoria, exhibits a cylindrical shape formed by beta sheets that resemble ribbons. When exposed to blue light, this remarkable protein emits a vibrant green fluorescence. Renowned for its versatility and significance in biology and medicine, GFP serves as an invaluable research tool. Scientists utilize its gene coding to tag other proteins or viruses, enabling them to study their movements within cells. Moreover, GFP can be employed to track the spread of cancer cells throughout the body by tagging them with this fluorescent marker. The molecular model depicted against a white background provides a visually striking representation of GFP's tertiary structure. Its alpha helix and beta sheet components intricately intertwine to form this essential protein responsible for bioluminescence. With applications spanning from proteomics to medical illustration, this artwork exemplifies how cutting-edge technology allows us to unravel nature's mysteries at a molecular level. By harnessing the power of GFP and its unique properties, researchers continue pushing boundaries in healthcare advancements. This print is brought to you by LAGUNA DESIGN/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY – an esteemed source for scientific imagery that captivates both scientists and art enthusiasts alike.
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