Publications by authors named "Charlie H Adams"
Article Synopsis
- CRBP2 is a protein in the small intestine that helps with the uptake and metabolism of dietary retinoids, but recent findings indicate it also interacts with lipid molecules, suggesting a role in lipid metabolism and signaling.
- Researchers conducted a high-throughput screening to identify CRBP2's interactions with various bioactive lipids, discovering its selective affinity for certain monoacylglycerols (MAGs) that are rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids.
- The study also detailed specific amino acids in CRBP2 that enhance its ability to bind with MAGs, providing insights into how this protein may regulate lipid homeostasis differently than the more retinoid-specific CRBP1.
