A quick, purification-free method was developed by researchers at the Institute of Science Tokyo, to capture the detailed 3D ...

Bacterial cells are covered by a complex carbohydrate coat of armor that allows bacteria to survive and thrive in a range of environments. Bacterial sugars are intriguing therapeutic targets since ...

Rare sugars, naturally occurring monosaccharides found in minute quantities, have emerged as compounds of considerable interest in both nutritional science and metabolic research. Their unique ...

Pentoses are essential carbohydrates in the metabolism of modern lifeforms, but their availability during early Earth is unclear since these molecules are unstable. A new study led by the Earth-Life ...

Philadelphia (April 5, 2022) — Results from a new study suggest that two sugar substitutes disrupt the function of a protein that plays a vital role in liver detoxification and the metabolism of ...

Ranked as the No. 1 biochemistry school in Colorado, CU Boulder and the Department Biochemistry are recognized for their research and education. As part of a commitment to continuing this tradition of ...

I chose to do biochemistry at CU Boulder for several reasons. One is the abundance of world class research all set against a backdrop of beautiful mountains. Another is the culture of supporting ...