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For the first time, the molecular structure of a complete tailed virus with a flexible tail has been solved in unprecedented detail.

Scientists and staff across OIST have worked hard over the last few months to test the OIST community for antibodies against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

Research focusing on the bacteria responsible for gum disease has revealed the unique assembly mechanism of its pili – adhesive filaments used for attachment.

Cryogenic electron microscopy reveals how the flagellar hook transmits movement.

For the first time, scientists reveal how a promising drug candidate for cancer therapy interacts with receptors on tumors.

Near-atomic resolution model of viral protein complex brings clearer understanding of the viral mechanics.

For decades, scientists could only speculate about the shape of heterochromatin.

Using the papilloma and polyoma viruses as subjects, Prof. Matthias Wolf’s team is focusing on how viruses latch on to cells, poke holes in the cell membrane, and inject their genetic material into their hosts, thereby infecting them.