MscS ion channel protein structure F006 / 9650
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MscS ion channel protein structure F006 / 9650
MscS ion channel protein structure. Molecular model of a mechanosensitive channel of small conductance (MscS) from an Escherichia coli bacterium. MscSs play a critical role in converting physical stress at the cell membrane into an electrochemical response. They respond to smaller pressures than the large conductance channels. In prokaryotes such as bacteria, such channels open in response to stretch forces in the membrane and help regulate osmotic pressure within the cell by controlling the passage of ions through it
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Alpha Helix Bacterial Beta Sheet Electrochemical Ion Channel Mechanosensitive Ion Channel Microbiology Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Osmotic Pressure Pressure Proteomics Strand Tertiary Structure Biochemical Biochemistry Cutouts Microbiological Molecular Molecular Model Molecular Structure Protein
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This print showcases the intricate structure of the MscS ion channel protein, specifically from an Escherichia coli bacterium. The molecular model depicted here represents a mechanosensitive channel of small conductance that plays a vital role in converting physical stress at the cell membrane into an electrochemical response. Unlike their larger counterparts, these MscSs are incredibly sensitive to even smaller pressures. In prokaryotes like bacteria, these channels open up when subjected to stretch forces within the membrane. By doing so, they help regulate osmotic pressure inside the cell by controlling the passage of ions through it. This critical function makes them indispensable for maintaining cellular homeostasis. The white background and precise illustration make this print not only visually striking but also scientifically informative. It provides valuable insights into the structural composition of this essential protein molecule found in various biological systems, including Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Featuring alpha helices and beta sheets forming its tertiary structure, this molecular model highlights key elements necessary for its proper functioning as an ion channel. Its detailed depiction offers researchers and medical professionals invaluable information for studying proteomics, biochemistry, microbiology, and healthcare applications. Overall, this artwork serves as a testament to scientific progress and our ever-expanding knowledge in understanding complex biological processes at a molecular level.
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