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Proteins, much like superstitions, often have hidden complexities and unexpected twists. On Friday the 13th, we can think of protein misfolding and aggregation as "bad luck", leading to diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Just as some avoid walking under ladders or crossing the path of a black cat, cells work tirelessly to steer clear of misfolded proteins that might wreak havoc. Quantum-Si can help uncover and decode these protein missteps using Next-Generation Protein Sequencing™ as a powerful took to help identify the "molecular mysteries" that underpin such diseases. Post-translational modifications can enhance protein function or lead them astray.🐈⬛ Let's flip the superstition - what better day to tackle the unknown than this iconic date? 🐾
