N. Nomura

Coatomer complex I is required for the transport of SARS-CoV-2 progeny virions from the endoplasmic reticulum-Golgi intermediate compartment

This study identifies COPI as essential for SARS-CoV-2 virion transport from the ERGIC, showing that COPB2 depletion inhibits viral replication.

Genome-encoded ABCF factors implicated in intrinsic antibiotic resistance in Gram-positive bacteria: VmlR2, Ard1 and CplR

The paper characterizes genome-encoded ABCF proteins in Gram-positive bacteria, showing their roles in intrinsic antibiotic resistance and revealing structural and regulatory mechanisms.

Alcanivorax borkumensis Biofilms Enhance Oil Degradation By Interfacial Tubulation

A. borkumensis biofilms transition from thick to thin dendritic phenotypes to enhance oil consumption through interfacial tubulation and reduced interfacial tension.

Structure and mechanism of oxalate transporter OxlT in an oxalate-degrading bacterium in the gut microbiota

This study determines the crystal structures of OxlT, an oxalate transporter, and reveals its mechanism for selective oxalate uptake and exclusion of other carboxylates.

Structural basis for channel conduction in the pump-like channelrhodopsin ChRmine

The paper presents the cryo-EM structure of ChRmine, revealing unique architectural features and provides insights into its conduction mechanism and potential for optogenetic applications.

Structure and lipid-mediated remodelling mechanism of the Na+/H+ exchanger NHA2

This paper reports the cryo-EM structures of NHA2 and reveals its lipid-mediated dimerization mechanism for ion exchange.

Cryo-EM structure of the MgtE Mg2+ channel pore domain in Mg2+-free conditions reveals cytoplasmic pore opening

The paper determines the cryo-EM structure of MgtE in Mg2+-free conditions, revealing cytoplasmic pore opening and kink motions in TM2 and TM5 helices.