all about proteins
What is a Protein?
Proteins are all around us, and in us! They are important for so many reasons, and to fully appreciate that, let’s learn more about what they’re made of!
Proteins and Disease
Learn about how proteins can cause, worsen, or even in some cases cure diseases.
Transporter Proteins
A large family of proteins, transporters make sure our cells get all of the materials they need to live. These are very interesting proteins with their own features and challenges. Learn about different types of membrane transporter proteins and why they are important for so many reasons.
Proteins in Food
There is a lot of science involved in health and nutrition. Knowing how different foods affect your body can help to live a healthy life. Learn how proteins play a role.
How to Approach Scientific Articles
In many of the following reviews, I summarize the findings and implications of research articles focusing on proteins. The links are provided so that you can read them yourself. Reading scientific literature takes some getting used to, but learning how to break it down and find what you’re looking for can be very rewarding!
If you find this interesting, or if you would like to learn more about the research process, feel free to reach out or read more about my research experience on my blog.