ShanghaiTech University
chinadaily.com.cn Updated: 2018-09-01
iHuman Research Center of ShanghaiTech University has made breakthrough in the research of cell signaling transaction.
iHuman research team is the first to disclose the structure of serotonin 2C receptor, which is related to the cause of physical problems such as obesity as well as mental disorders.
The big discovery is helpful in disclosing the GPCR (Guanosine-binding Protein Coupled Receptor), which lays a solid foundation for the future research of cell signaling transduction.
The iHuman research institute is China's high level research institute, which boasts numerous experts specializing in cell signaling transduction. The center is also open to other disciplines, allowing different disciplines to advance together.