GroES
GroES
GroES (pronounced as Gro-E-S) is a protein that is part of the chaperonin family of molecular chaperones. It is known for its role in assisting the folding of other proteins.
Etymology
The term "GroES" is derived from the Escherichia coli bacteria, where it was first identified. The "Gro" stands for "growth" and "ES" stands for "Escherichia coli small".
Function
GroES, along with its counterpart GroEL, forms a complex that is essential for protein folding in the cytoplasm. The GroES-GroEL complex acts as a cage for the folding protein, providing an isolated environment where it can achieve its correct conformation without interference from other cellular components.
Related Terms
- Protein folding: The process by which a protein structure assumes its functional shape or conformation.
- Chaperonin: A type of protein that assists other proteins to fold correctly.
- Escherichia coli: A type of bacteria that is commonly used in biological research. It is also known as E. coli.
- Cytoplasm: The material within a living cell, excluding the cell nucleus. It comprises cytosol and the organelles – the cell's internal sub-structures.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on GroES
- Wikipedia's article - GroES
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