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A protein modification rarely found in terrestrial animals was discovered in the slime of the velvet worm. This slime, which is projected for prey capture and self defence, turns into strong, sticky, water-soluble fibers. Dynamic nuclear polarization - nuclear magnetic resonance (DNP-NMR) facilities at the MagLab were used to understand the molecular structure of these fibers, work that may inspire the development and production of new classes of sustainable, advanced materials.

Improving technology for research of biomolecules and advancing our understanding of health and disease.

MagLab analysis provides new insight about the molecular composition of velvet worm slime, which has long fascinated scientists because of its remarkable qualities.

Researchers are working to characterize the virus’ envelope protein, or E protein, believed to be key to virus activity.

Thin, flexible, strong: MagLab research on the marvel of insect wings