Disulphide Bridge Collection

Insulin molecule C014 / 2121
Insulin molecule. Molecular module of insulin showing its secondary structure. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas

Insulin molecule C014 / 2122
Insulin, molecular module. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas. It consists of two peptide chains, A (blue) and B (yellow), which are linked by disulphide bridges

Insulin molecule C014 / 2290
Insulin molecule. Molecular module of insulin showing its primary structure over a background of the molecules electron density map

Insulin molecule C014 / 2120
Insulin molecule. Molecular module of insulin showing its primary structure. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas

Immunoglobulin pentamer, artwork
Immunoglobulin pentamer, computer artwork. Immunoglobulin (Ig) proteins, also known as antibodies, are gamma globulin proteins that are part of the mammalian immune system

Computer artwork of the hormone insulin
Insulin. Computer artwork of a molecule of the hormone insulin, essential in maintaining the balance of glucose metabolism in the body

Insulin molecule, computer artwork. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas. It consists of two peptide chains, A and B, which are linked by disulphide bridges

Insulin molecule
Insulin. Computer artwork of a molecule of insulin. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas. It consists of two peptide chains, A (centre to right) and B (left)

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The disulphide bridge, a crucial structural element in various molecules, plays a significant role in maintaining their stability and functionality. In the insulin molecule C014/2121, C014/2122, C014/2290, and C014/2120, these bridges connect specific cysteine residues to form intricate three-dimensional structures essential for insulin's biological activity. These bridges contribute to the folding of the immunoglobulin pentamer artwork as well, ensuring its proper conformation and function. Computer artwork beautifully depicts the hormone insulin with its disulphide bridges highlighted, showcasing their importance in maintaining its shape and enabling it to regulate blood sugar levels effectively. The intricacy of these bridges is further emphasized through computer-generated images that capture their presence within the insulin molecule. As we delve into understanding the significance of disulphide bridges in molecular biology, we realize how they serve as critical links holding together complex structures like those found in insulin molecules - an elegant example of nature's design at work.