Swedish scientists at Umeå University discovered how the Mediator protein complex interacts with DNA and Lsm1-7 to regulate ribosomal protein production, which is crucial for cell division, potentially aiding disease treatment research.

Scientists at Umeå University, Sweden, discovered how a protein complex called the Mediator moves along DNA genes may impact cell division, potentially aiding future research on disease treatment. The study, led by Stefan Björklund, found that the Mediator binds to DNA and interacts with Lsm1-7 to regulate ribosomal protein production, which is crucial for cell division. This research provides valuable insights into the control of cell division and its connection to diseases like tumors.