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The Architectures of Permanence: Unmasking the Giant Virus
Scientists mapped giant virus structures, finding 'cementing' proteins that help them survive for thousands of years. This discovery could explain the origin of the cell nucleus.
#GiantVirus, #StructuralBiology, #VirusOrigin, #CellNucleus, #AncientLife
https://newsletter.tf/giant-virus-structure-cement-proteins-ancient-survival/
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New research shows giant viruses have 'cementing' proteins, making them incredibly stable. This is like finding the strong glue that holds together ancient biological structures.
#GiantVirus, #StructuralBiology, #VirusOrigin, #CellNucleus, #AncientLife
https://newsletter.tf/giant-virus-structure-cement-proteins-ancient-survival/