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Molecular Model for Elastin Structure and Function

Authors :
GRAY, WILLIAM R.
SANDBERG, LAWRENCE B.
FOSTER, JUDITH A.
Source :
Nature; December 1973, Vol. 246 Issue: 5434 p461-466, 6p
Publication Year :
1973

Abstract

Amino acid sequences in elastin contain striking patterns. These are interpreted in terms of possible molecular conformations, and an ‘oiled coil’ model is proposed to explain the protein's elastic behaviour.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00280836 and 14764687
Volume :
246
Issue :
5434
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Nature
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs25214168
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1038/246461a0