Mechanism of Translation Termination

Authors

Michael Pfeiffer, Brigham Young University
Dr. Allen Buskirk, Brigham Young University

Keywords

translation termination, tmRNA, transfer messenger RNA

College

Physical and Mathematical Sciences

Department

Chemistry and Biochemistry

Abstract

Each cell within our body contains thousands of different kinds of proteins, each with a different function. Proteins provide cellular structure and perform catalysis of chemical reactions in the cell. Every protein is synthesized as ribosomes link together amino acids in the order encoded by DNA. It is therefore crucial that ribosomes function with great accuracy and proficiency to synthesize proteins quickly and correctly.

Recommended Citation

Pfeiffer, Michael and Buskirk, Dr. Allen (2013) "Mechanism of Translation Termination," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 2566.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/2566