Composite structure of the symmetric core of the nuclear pore complex, shown in a cartoon representation. The composite structure was generated by sequential unbiased searches for each protein subunit. Distinct subunits are distinguished by different colors. The nuclear envelope is shown as a grey surface. (View full-size image)
Credit: Hoelz Laboratory/Caltech and Science/AAAS
Caltech scientists have produced the most detailed map yet of the massive protein machine that controls access to the DNA-containing heart of the cell.
- Cover image credit: Lance Hayashida/Caltech and the Hoelz Laboratory/Caltech View full-size image
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