Activated ghrelin hormone molecule C014 / 4903
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Activated ghrelin hormone molecule C014 / 4903
Activated ghrelin hormone molecule. Computer model showing the structure of the human hormone ghrelin. Atoms are colour-coded spheres (carbon: grey, oxygen: red, nitrogen: blue). Ghrelin is responsible for stimulating the feeling of hunger. Ghrelin levels increase before meals and decrease after meals. Here, it is shown with an octanoylation (foreground left) on the third amino acid (serine). This octanoylated peptide can activate the GHSR receptor and is therefore known as the active form of ghrelin
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Activated Active Appetite Atom Atoms Compound Compounds Digestion Digestive Drug Endocrinology Feeding Gastric Hormone Gastrointestinal System Hormonal Hormone Hunger Pancreatic Primary Structure Proteomics Regulation Regulator Regulatory Secondary Structure Spacefill Spacefilled Stimulate Stimulation Stimulator Stomach Biochemical Biochemistry Cutouts Molecular Model Molecular Structure
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This print showcases the activated ghrelin hormone molecule, providing a detailed computer model of its structure. The atoms are represented by color-coded spheres, with carbon in grey, oxygen in red, and nitrogen in blue. Ghrelin is a crucial hormone responsible for stimulating hunger sensations within the human body. Its levels increase before meals to trigger appetite and decrease after meals to signal satiety. The image highlights an octanoylation on the third amino acid (serine) of ghrelin, which gives rise to its active form. This modified peptide can activate the GHSR receptor and is known as the active version of ghrelin. Against a white background depicting stomach anatomy, this illustration beautifully captures the intricate biology behind hunger regulation. With elements related to chemistry, digestion, food stimulation, and molecular structures showcased throughout this artwork, it serves as a visual representation of how hormones play a pivotal role in our bodily functions. It also emphasizes the significance of endocrinology and proteomics research in understanding hormonal regulation. Created by RAMON ANDRADE 3DCIENCIA/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY for non-commercial purposes only, this print provides an insightful glimpse into one aspect of biochemistry that contributes to our understanding of appetite control within the gastrointestinal system.
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