Metabotropic glutamate receptors are class C G-protein-coupled receptors which respond to the neurotransmitter glutamate. Structural studies have been restricted to the amino-terminal extracellular ...

Glutamate is an amino acid that is produced in the body and also occurs naturally in many foods. Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is the sodium salt of glutamic acid and is a common food additive. MSG is ...

For the first time, researchers have found one of the most important molecular machines in our cells uses a ‘twisting elevator’ mechanism, solving a mystery of how it transports crucial chemical ...

Glutamate is a chemical messenger in the brain that plays a crucial role in learning and memory. It also functions to regulate mood. In this article, we provide a definition of glutamate and explain ...

A new study led by researchers at Oregon Health & Science University has revealed the detailed structure of glutamate receptors in the cerebellum using cryo-electron microscopy. The findings, ...

In a recent study, female subjects consumed chicken broth with or without monosodium glutamine ("MSG") to see if this flavoring ingredient might alter their appetite. State of the art electronic ...