Rice University scientists determine the whole structure of the condensin protein complex, which helps to organize DNA throughout the life cycle of a cell. By combining sequence and limited structural data, they settle a controversy over whether the condensin protein complex is made of a single ring or a molecular "handcuff."

Link:

http://news.rice.edu/2018/11/02/ring-shaped-protein-complex-wrangles-dna/

Author:

Mike Williams