Abstract
Mechanosensitive channels protect bacteria from osmotic shock by allowing ions to flow across the membrane in response to changes in membrane tension. MscL is one such channel with large conductance, which exhibits several intermediate states between its closed and open forms. The 3.8- crystal structure of the Staphylococcus aureus MscL has now been determined in a nonconductive, partially expanded and tetrameric form.
Cite
CITATION STYLE
APA
Vásquez, V., & Perozo, E. (2009). A channel with a twist. Nature, 461(7260), 47–48. https://doi.org/10.1038/461047a
Register to see more suggestions
Mendeley helps you to discover research relevant for your work.
Already have an account? Sign in
Sign up for free