Amino acids are organic compounds that contain amine (-NH2) and carboxyl (-COOH) functional groups, along with a side chain (R group) specific to each amino acid. The key elements of an amino acid are carbon (C), hydrogen (H), oxygen (O), and nitrogen (N), although other elements are found in the side chains of certain amino acids. Proteins are large biomolecules, or macromolecules, consisting of one or more long chains of amino acid residues.
Q：Which food is rich in L-citrulline?
A：L-citrulline, an α-amino acid, contributes to Nitric oxide (NO) synthesis through this NOS-dependent pathway via its conversion to L-arginine.
Sep 5，2024 Amino Acids and Proteins
L-Proline: Properties, Sources, and Applications
L-proline is one of the 20 amino acids used by the human body to synthesize proteins. This amino acid is encoded in the human genetic code with the codons CCA, CCC, CCG and CCU.
Aug 16，2024 Amino Acids and Proteins
Synthesis of Nucleic Acid
Nucleic Acid is a biomolecule whose primary function is to store and express genomic information.
Jul 24，2024 Amino Acids and Proteins
Glycine: Dietary sources, Supplements and Benefits
Glycine is the smallest protein amino acid, a non-essential amino acid that occurs naturally in humans, animals and many mammals.
May 27，2024 Amino Acids and Proteins
What are the benefits of L(+)-Arginine for males or females?
L(+)-Arginine (L-Arginine) is an amino acid that helps the body build proteins. Proteins are important components of the body's make-up and are involved in various aspects of life activities.
May 7，2024 Amino Acids and Proteins
How is Loncastuximab Tesirine synthesised?
Loncastuximab Tesirine was synthesised in roughly 8 reaction steps starting from vanillin.
Jan 29，2024 Amino Acids and Proteins
Thymine：a pyrimidine nucleobase
Thymine, a key DNA base. Its role s DNA structure, synthesis, and applications. Safety in natural context; isolated supplements lack established safety.
Jan 8，2024 Amino Acids and Proteins
Oxytocin：a hormone and neuropeptide
Oxytocin, crucial for bonding, also influences stress and social behavior, with medical applications in obstetrics and ongoing therapeutic research.
Jan 8，2024 Amino Acids and Proteins
Preparation of β-Nicotinamide Mononucleotide
The one-step conversion of nicotinamide riboside (NR) to β-NMN has been considered to be the most promising synthetic route for β-NMN.
Jan 4，2024 Amino Acids and Proteins
Lysine: Polarity and Application
Lysine is polar, positively charged and hydrophilic.
Jan 3，2024 Amino Acids and Proteins