Dr. Shangwei Hou is going to give us a talk on ion channels: from function to structure.
Ion channels are membrane protein complexes that mediate the flow of ions down their electrochemical gradients. They are widely distributed in the membranes of almost all cells, prokaryotic and eukaryotic, and play extensive functions in physiology and pathology. Unlike their well-established functions, the mechanisms of how ion channels work, especially in mammalian cells, are largely unknown.
Shangwei will briefly review the history of ion channels and the recently elucidated crystal structures which provide a blueprint of how ion channel open and close in response to the stimuli.
The talk will be held still at BRB II/III Rm 1101, 6:30 pm. The seminar is open to everyone. You are welcome to join us!
