Differential Effect of ssDNA-Binding Proteins on DNA Translocation

Biochemistry professor Maria Spies and biochemistry affiliate Taekjip Ha are contributing authors of an article newly published in Molecular Cell: "Single-Molecule Analysis Reveals Differential Effect of ssDNA-Binding Proteins on DNA Translocation by XPD Helicase." The issue also includes a preview article that attempts to introduce their findings using a metaphor nonscientists can understand.