A compound that stops cells from making protein factories could lead to new antifungal drugs

Ribosomes manufacture all the protein cells need, making them an appealing target for researchers seeking to develop new medicines. New research in yeast has identified a compound that prevents the assembly of ribosomes, raising hopes for drug development. More »
Source: The Rockefeller University Newswire - Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Tags: Science News Laboratory of Chemistry and Cell Biology Mdn1 Rbins ribosomal synthesis ribosomes Shigehiro A. Kawashima Tarun Kapoor Zhen Chen Source Type: news