Instruct-ERIC Center Finland: A Hub for Structural Biology Research
0:00:06 Introduction: Professor Sarah Butcher introduces the Instruct-ERIC Center in Finland, highlighting its focus on structural biology.
0:00:18 Three specialized units: The center comprises three units forming a pipeline for protein research:
0:00:35 Protein complex identification: Led by Marja Vartio-Sal, this unit identifies new proteins and protein complexes using state-of-the-art mass spectrometers.
0:01:17 Biomolecular complex purification: Headed by Minna Poranen, this unit specializes in purifying biomolecular complexes for structural and functional studies. They offer training courses and are accessible to university students.
0:02:09 Cryo-electron microscopy (Cryo-EM): This unit prepares and images cryo-samples using advanced equipment like the Leica GP and Cryosol Vitrobot, enabling high-throughput grid preparation.
0:01:56 Co-location for efficiency: All three units are conveniently located in the same building, streamlining the research process.
0:02:18 Advanced Cryo-EM capabilities: The center can collect data for atomic resolution imaging in under 24 hours, with data processing performed at a supercomputing center.