Abstract
The translational diffusion coefficient of bovine pancreatic ribonuclease A, a globular protein, has been measured by dynamic light scattering under various conditions related to the crystallization process. In all cases, a monomodal light scattering autocorrelation function was observed. The diffusion coefficient exhibited a linear dependence on protein concentration and an interaction parameter could be calculated. Attractive interactions were found to increase with salt concentration and to decrease with pH in the presence of salts. Finally, optimal crystallization conditions correspond to moderate attractive interactions.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.