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Protein Purification & Characterization Dr. Shira Albeck, Head Tel: +972-8-934-4290 Benoziyo Biochemistry Building, room 118 |
The unit specializes in protein purification and characterization for the following purposes:
- Determination of biological activity
- Crystallization
- Study of structure-function relationships and interactions
- Study of 3D structures
- Protein engineering and design
- Raising specific antibodies
- Development of target-specific drugs
- Production of therapeutic proteins and vaccines
- Production of enzymes with biotechnological application
- Biophysical characterization
The unit provides assistance at the following stages:
- Design of protein constructs and experimental planning
- Concentration of large-scale cultures and buffer exchange
- Protein purification
- Removal of tags
- Protein concentration and stabilization
- Protease treatment of proteins
- Refolding of proteins
- Protein characterization