Proteins that are no longer needed, defective, or potentially harmful are labeled with a molecular "tag" and dismantled in ...

The fitness world is divided—but science reveals whether shakes or real food deliver better results for strength, recovery, and health.

Why is dietary protein important? Amino acids are nitrogenous compounds which serve to build the key structural components of muscle and tissue in the body, in the form of protein. Protein is also ...

Scientists developing new biomaterials often try to mimic the body's natural proteins, but a chemist shows that simpler polymers -- based on a handful of plastic building blocks -- also work well.

Ask a chemist to define a protein, and they’re likely to describe a complex biomolecule with intricate topologies of α-helices and β-sheets. But to most people, protein is a chicken breast or a fish ...

Rare-earth metals are essential parts of electronic components in phones, vehicles, displays, and wind turbines. A new study shows that a recently discovered protein from bacteria outperforms many ...

A recent Scientific Reports study investigates the antibacterial effect of nisin protein expressed in carrots. Study: Evaluation of antibacterial properties of nisin peptide expressed in carrots.

You’ve just crushed your workout. Sweaty and satisfied, you reach for that convenient protein shake you’ve been told will help build muscle and speed recovery. The label promises lean muscle, fast ...

Scientists have found that adding protein powder to the diet helps with weight loss, recovery after exercise, and building new muscle. This article explores the benefits and risks of using protein ...