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Scientists are using their understanding of structural biology to design new molecules to perform custom nanoscale tasks. Structures in the PDB include many successful examples of this design, ranging from designed molecular containers to custom enzymes.
About PDB-101
PDB-101 helps teachers, students, and the general public explore the 3D world of proteins and nucleic acids. Learning about their diverse shapes and functions helps to understand all aspects of biomedicine and agriculture, from protein synthesis to health and disease to biological energy.
Why PDB-101? Researchers around the globe make these 3D structures freely available at the Protein Data Bank (PDB) archive. PDB-101 builds introductory materials to help beginners get started in the subject ("101", as in an entry level course) as well as resources for extended learning.
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