Peptide-induced hydration of lipid bilayers modulates packing pattern and conformations of hydrocarbon chains - a potential pathway for peptide translocation?
Lea Pašalić, Barbara Pem, Andreja Jakas, Ana Čikoš, Nikolina Groznica, Tihana Mlinarić, Matilde Accorsi, Agustín Mangiarotti, Rumiana Dimova, Danijela Bakarić
This study investigates how peptide-induced hydration changes lipid bilayer packing and hydrocarbon chain conformations, potentially facilitating peptide translocation across membranes.
bioRxiv · Feb 4, 2025 · PreprintBiophysics