Moran Shalev-Benami

A variant rRNA serves as a translational repressor in Plasmodium falciparum

The paper identifies a variant rRNA in Plasmodium falciparum that represses translation during host-to-vector transmission by forming a dominant-negative ribosome.

Multimodal characterization and optogenetic potential of the bistable Gi/o-coupled vertebrate ancient opsin from the flashlight fish Anomalops katoptron

This study characterizes AkVAL, a bistable opsin from the flashlight fish, showing its ability to control neuronal activity and body movement in response to light cycles, suggesting its potential as an optogenetic tool.

Intracellular binding pocket revealed in the human bitter taste receptor TAS2R14

The paper reveals the cryo-EM structure of hTAS2R14 bound to FFA and gustducin, showing dual binding pockets and supporting a dual binding mode for FFA.