mRNA recognition by bacterial repressor
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mRNA recognition by bacterial repressor
mRNA recognition by bacterial repressor. Computer model showing a bacterial protein (green and red) bound to mRNA (messenger ribonucleic acid, purple and brown). Some bacteria produce proteins designed to recognise specific sequences of mRNA. They then bind to the mRNA, preventing it from carrying out its job (repression). mRNA is transcribed from a DNA template, and carries coding information to the sites of protein synthesis. By repressing the mRNA, bacteria can disrupt the production of proteins within cells
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases the intricate process of mRNA recognition by a bacterial repressor. In this computer-generated model, we witness the interaction between a bacterial protein (depicted in vibrant green and red) and mRNA (messenger ribonucleic acid, represented in shades of purple and brown). Bacteria possess the remarkable ability to produce proteins that are specifically designed to recognize particular sequences of mRNA. Once identified, these proteins bind to the mRNA molecules, effectively preventing them from carrying out their intended function - repression ensues. As we know, mRNA is transcribed from DNA templates and carries crucial coding information for protein synthesis within cells. By repressing the activity of mRNA, bacteria can disrupt normal protein production processes occurring within cells. This disruption occurs at a molecular level through binding interactions between specific chemical compounds found in both bacteria and RNA molecules. The structural complexity depicted in this artwork highlights the fascinating interplay between biology, chemistry, genetics, and biochemistry. It serves as a reminder that even on such minuscule scales within our bodies or environments, biological systems operate with precision and purpose. Science Photo Library's stunning visual representation provides us with an opportunity to appreciate the intricacies involved in molecular recognition processes while also showcasing the beauty inherent in scientific exploration.
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