Jodi Hadden and Juan Perilla, University of Delaware (IMAGE)

University of Delaware

Jodi Hadden and Juan Perilla, University of Delaware

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UD researchers, Jodi Hadden and Juan Perilla, have used computer simulations to learn more about the capsid, or protein shell, that encloses the genetic blueprint of the hepatitis B virus. An image of the capsid shows how it is made up of 240 proteins.

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University of Delaware/ Kathy F. Atkinson

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