Innovative Biotechnologies for Advancing Protein Function Investigation
A special issue of Biology (ISSN 2079-7737). This special issue belongs to the section "Biotechnology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2025 | Viewed by 3567
Special Issue Editors
Interests: NAD signaling; NAD-consuming enzyme; biochemistry; immunology; neurobiology; biotechnology
2. Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
Interests: molecular biology; cell biology; neurobiology; biochemistry; biotechnology; protein function; cell fate
Interests: molecular cell biology; biotechnology; protein interactions; gene expression and regulation; immunopathology
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Proteins, as fundamental biomolecules, underpin a diverse array of cellular processes, forming the cornerstone of biological mechanisms. A comprehensive understanding of their functions is essential to elucidate biological mechanisms, unravel disease pathways, and facilitate therapeutic interventions. As our insight into protein function deepens, it is necessary to develop innovative biotechnological approaches, enabling us to interrogate protein functions with unprecedented precision and depth. This Special Issue aims to showcase pioneering research that introduces novel technologies, tools, and strategies to unravel the multifaceted functions of proteins across diverse biological systems.
The field of biotechnology has experienced a rapid evolution, from cutting-edge imaging modalities and high-throughput technologies to sophisticated computational models and precision protein engineering. These advancements have expanded our toolkit for investigating protein functions. This Special Issue builds upon this momentum, aiming to foster a deeper understanding of protein functions in a health and disease context.
We invite researchers, scientists, and experts in the field of biotechnology to contribute their original research, reviews, and perspectives to this Special Issue. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:
- Novel methodologies for achieving high-resolution visualization of proteins within intricate biological environments.
- High-throughput screening technologies that facilitate the large-scale assessment of protein functions, expediting the identification of key functional players.
- State-of-the-art computational models and algorithms, predicting protein functions, interactions, and dynamic structural changes.
- Cutting-edge strategies designed to modify and optimize protein functions for specific applications.
- Innovative tools and platforms designed to dissect complex protein–protein, protein–ligand interactions and signaling pathways.
This Special Issue bridges the gap between current literature and emerging biotechnological innovations, thus offering a unique and up-to-date perspective on the topic. While existing literature has undoubtedly contributed to our understanding of protein functions, this Special Issue distinguishes itself by focusing specifically on the latest technologies and strategies that drive our ability to scrutinize protein functions. It acknowledges the challenges and limitations faced by researchers in traditional protein studies and positions itself as a progressive extension of the current literature, offering a timely and comprehensive update on the state-of-the-art biotechnologies that are transforming protein function investigation.
Dr. Yongjuan Zhao
Dr. Wanhua Li
Dr. Qiwen Deng
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- protein imaging and visualization
- high-throughput screening
- computational methodologies
- protein engineering
- protein–protein interactions
- protein–ligand interactions
- biological mechanisms
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