Publications by authors named "Mai Yoshizawa"
Supramolecular Hybrids of Proteins from Habu Snake Venom with Discrete [Pt(CN)] Complex.
ACS Appl Mater Interfaces
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- - The Habu snake's venom contains diverse proteins, particularly phospholipase A (PLA) enzymes, which are valuable for studying molecular evolution but lack understanding in their physical properties and self-assembly.
- - This research explores the interaction of purified PLA enzymes with anionic metal complexes, revealing that they can form microstructures that grow into fibrous structures in a buffered saline solution.
- - The results suggest new possibilities for developing flexible and functional hybrid systems using snake venom enzymes, highlighting potential applications in nanotechnology and bioengineering.
Objective: We sought to determine if different mammary lobes produce milk of varying composition.
Study Design: Seventeen mothers were enrolled in this study. Foremilk was obtained from three nipple openings on each breast.