Category: Proteiner
Jewelry for December 2018
The molecule in December is channelrhodopsin, ChR.
Channelrhodopsins, ChRs, are membrane proteins that function as light-gated ion channels. These proteins are of interest for neuroscience applications. The jewelry shows the three-dimensional structure of ChR.
Jewelry for November 2018
The molecule in November is Protein A.
Protein A is a protein found in the cell wall of the bacteria Staphylicoccus areus. The protein is composed of five homologous domains that fold into a three-helix bundle. Each domain is able to bind immunoglobulins. The jewelry shows the three-dimensional structure of one domain of Protein A.
World Diabetes Day, November 14
On November 14, the World Diabetes Day is highlighted around the world. During November and December, 10% of my sales of the insulin jewelry will go to the Juvenile diabetes foundation (Sweden). Support the fight against type 1 diabetes.
Handmade silver jewelry of the three-dimensional structure of insulin.
Oxytocin
The jewelry shows the three dimensional structure of oxytocin.
Oxytocin is a peptide hormone and normally produced by the hypothalamus. It is released during physical contact, hugs, sex, childbirth and breastfeeding.
It's a feel-good hormone and is usually called the "Love hormone".
Mugwort allergen in the air
Handmade silver necklace of the 3D structure of the mugwort allergen. The mugwort allergen is in the air from July to early September.
Jewelry for September 2018
The molecule in September is the mugwort allergen Art v4.
The jewelry shows the three-dimensional structure of Art v4. Art v4 is a protein from the aromatic plant Artemisia vulgaris. The mugwort allergen is in the air from July to early September. Because of cross-allergy, mugwort allergic people can respond to dandelion and daisy.
Jewelry for August 2018
The molecule in August is the dust mite allergen Der p 5.
The jewelry shows the three-dimensional structure of Der p 5. Der p 5 is a protein from the dust mite, Dermatophagoides pteronissinus, and can cause an allergic reaction such as sneezing and runny nose.
Dust mites have eight legs and are close relatives of ticks and spiders. They are very small, measure only about one-quarter to one-third of a millimeter. In most homes, such items as bedding, upholstered furniture and carpeting provide an ideal environment for dust mites. Dust mites eat skin cells shed by people, and they thrive in warm, humid environments. A practical way to control dust mites and their allergens is to maintain a low humidity and a room temperature of around 20°C.
Jewelry for July 2018
The molecule in July is the major cat allergen, Fel d1.
The jewelry shows the three-dimensional structure of an allergen, Fel d1. The cat produces several allergens where the protein Fel d1 is considered to be the major cat allergen. The cat allergen is found in the cat's saliva, fur and tallow pads.
Glucagon
Glucagon is a blood sugar-regulating hormone.
Necklace and earring of glucagon in 1.5mm and 1mm silver wire, respectively.
Insulin
Insulin is a hormone which lowers blood sugar levels..
Necklace and earring of insulin in 1 mm silver wire.
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