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Proteomics method identifies ligand-binding proteins and binding sites in complex systems

PELSA allows for systematic analysis of ligand-binding proteins, their binding sites, and local binding affinities in cell lysate. Credit: LI Kejia In a study published in Nature Methodsa research group developed a highly sensitive proteomics method called peptide-centric local stability assay (PELSA), which enables the simultaneous identification of ligand-binding proteins and their binding sites in […]

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Maryland historical society finally identifies 100-year-old mystery machine

Historians of a small Maryland town were recently stumped by a 100-year-old mystery contraption stored in their archives for almost three decades. After turning to the public for help, the Dorchester County Historical Society has finally figured out the odd machine’s original purpose. According to WBOC on October 29th, the Dorchester County Historical Society in […]