Molecular structure of one of the most important receptors in the immune system unraveled
Researchers publish the three-dimensional structure of the B cell antigen receptor, shedding new light on its composition
21-Oct-2022 -
The surface of B cells is covered with antigen receptors with which they recognize invading pathogens such as bacteria and viruses. When a B cell receptor binds to an antigen, that is, to a foreign structure, the B cell is activated and triggers the production of antibodies. Antibodies are ...
B cells
cryo-electron microscopy
immune system
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